Serica 6190 MSL Polar White Owner Review : Comfortable, coveted and completed

Serica had already caught my eye when I was looking for my first watch. Initially interested in the diver's watch, the small dial opening of the 5303 put me off. I was taking a step back to better convince myself that the white 6190 would be the right one. That said, you shouldn't hesitate too long with Serica. Even though they have permanent collections, this model was sold out from December 2024 to June 2025. I regularly checked their website. I finally acquired it in June as soon as the next batch arrived. Note: I'm writing this review in August and I see that it's sold out again. It's been long-awaited, but it's well worth it. As mentioned, the dial color has gone from polar white on the first models to ivory white today. I love this hint of cream, which better highlights the whiter indexes. I'm a fan of the circled applied indexes on the enamel dial. Complete with a case that alternates between brushed and mirror-polished, and masterfully chamfered, you truly feel like you're wearing a luxury watch. But without any claims on the dial, the mystery is complete. In terms of diameter, I was more of a fan of the 40 mm. It took me a little time to get used to the almost 38 mm here. Receiving it in June was a good time to make it my ideal summer watch: small in diameter, lightweight, and not affected by the heat. Two other surprises are revealed by this watch upon first try. First, its weight: 79 g on my scale!! You can't feel it on your wrist. The second is the good clip. This strap is a revelation. It combines lightness, flexibility, ventilation, and micro-adjustability. It's true that it gives the watch a rather retro and rugged look, whereas it could look very dressy with another strap choice that I haven't yet explored. And I can confirm its habit of sometimes opening by itself. But there's little risk of it falling out, however, since it would still have to slide along the hand. My new favorite watch will remain in my collection for a long time.