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Ikepod Seapod S003vsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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Seapod S003
IkepodSeapod S003
MSRP $1,566
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seapod S00346mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
Seapod S00340h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
Seapod S003200m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
Seapod S003$1,566
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
PVD Vintage
Lume
Yes
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,566
$450

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What people say

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Ikepod Seapod S003

The Ikepod Seapod S003 features a unique pixelated dial and applied hour plots, housing a Miyota 9039 movement. Owners note the strap can attract lint. The watch is priced at $1,795 USD, though its gripless bezel and fixed strap limit practical dive functionality. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ikepod Seapod S003's distinctive design as its primary appeal.

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

Owners widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability, with particular appreciation for its refined PVD finish. The watch features a Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz movement, improved lume, and solid bezel action, all housed in a 42mm case with recessed pushers and 100m water resistance. Some owners note the 49mm lug-to-lug may be large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 highly for its amazing value and comfortable wearability.

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