Serica 5303 or Vulcain Skindiver ?
Good evening everyone, After purchasing my Baltic I am already preparing the acquisition of the future piece (the mental illness that we all share) These two possibilities are in the same price, specs and finish ranges. What do you think ?
I have a personal preference for the Vulcain (the bezel that fits into the lugs) but the dial and lugs of the Serica drive me crazy
29 comments
Sort by
Theo
25yo enthusiast, in love with neo vintage style time pieces
Strasbourg
Member since
Last active: 1 month ago
16.00 cm
Serica looks better
I'd have to say, the Serica is classy...
But there's just something on point about a good Skindiver.
Just my .02¢.
As an example, here's the Douglas Professional Skindiver II (Wolbrook). A Skindiver just has that cool retro, rugged vibe.
Serica looks better
Idk man it's not like i have the 1.5k to spent but the choice is hurting my HeartThe serica is so unique and outstanding but the vulcain is more classy and have this luxurious feeling
I'd have to say, the Serica is classy...
But there's just something on point about a good Skindiver.
Just my .02¢.
As an example, here's the Douglas Professional Skindiver II (Wolbrook). A Skindiver just has that cool retro, rugged vibe.
The skin is so slick she beats the f out the 65 of oris with her eyes closed
I love both but the looks of the Vulcain is more skin diver for my eyes than the Serica
I personally prefer serica. Have you tried both in the metal?
I personally prefer serica. Have you tried both in the metal?
I tried the serica with the metal bracelet/milanese and it's fabulous, i haven't tried the vulcain yet because theres not so much vulcain ad near me
I love both but the looks of the Vulcain is more skin diver for my eyes than the Serica
Yeah but the 5303 is not tought as a skindiver, she's way more bulky yet the two watches is precisly 12.2mm
Between the two - Vulcain. If the Serica uses a proprietary bracelet/strap and you want to switch out to a rubber or nato and you can't, fill in the __________
Also, Vulcain seems to be making a comeback and has a rich history. YMMV when deciding what is important.
I would choose the Vulcain, i like the simple design and the color scheme. In my opinion it is easier to wear and more versatile.
All I can tell you is that I tried on the Serica in the past and it blew my mind in terms of wearability. I have not tried the Vulcan, so I have no comparisons to make here.
Serica indeed
I tried the serica with the metal bracelet/milanese and it's fabulous, i haven't tried the vulcain yet because theres not so much vulcain ad near me
I know it's difficult, but pls try Vulcain in the metal before you pull the trigger. Sometimes we love a watch, but the feeling can be different when you try it on. Strange but true... good luck!
I know it's difficult, but pls try Vulcain in the metal before you pull the trigger. Sometimes we love a watch, but the feeling can be different when you try it on. Strange but true... good luck!
I tought that the vulcain is only available in a variation of leather and tropic but no stainless steel
Trying in the metal means you are trying the watch in person. Haha. Sorry for the misunderstanding
Serica.... Great (better?) specs out of the box and amazing style. Then the bracelet for the win.
Trying in the metal means you are trying the watch in person. Haha. Sorry for the misunderstanding
Ooooooh ! Yeah with my next trip to Paris i have to try it
I never buy a watch without trying it
Serica! Love this watch
I have a crush on the black dial serica.
Serica every time 👌
Serica
It's a good looking #divewatch
eventually you will have enough, or at least slow down. Cheers!
Serica! It is a strap monster and the movement now comes COSC certified. And the lyre lugs are beautiful 😌
That Vulcain is the bollocks. And so is the Serica. Which has the better build quality and reliability?Get both?
Serica! It is a strap monster and the movement now comes COSC certified. And the lyre lugs are beautiful 😌
I was on the fence about the new white 5303 COSC but your picture here just sold me. Thanks for posting. It is lovely. 👊🏻
I was on the fence about the new white 5303 COSC but your picture here just sold me. Thanks for posting. It is lovely. 👊🏻
Thank you and that’s awesome!!! I’m glad to have another Serica owner in the world who’ll share my joy for the watch and brand 😌👊🏼
Thank you and that’s awesome!!! I’m glad to have another Serica owner in the world who’ll share my joy for the watch and brand 😌👊🏼
Did you have any issues with Serica customer service, DHL, or unfair import duties?
Did you have any issues with Serica customer service, DHL, or unfair import duties?
I was one of the first batches of the 2nd gen (COSC model), and when I emailed their support team regarding status, they responded within 1-2 days without any issues and were pretty transparent about expected delivery times. I don't know what the current policy is now, but I believe my order at the time had a 50 euro international shipping fee; I don't recall any other import duties. I got an email from both Serica and DHL soon after order was processed/shipped and the expected delivery date. I thought it was all fairly straightforward 😀