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Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2vsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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Sea Ranger M2
Astor + BanksSea Ranger M2
MSRP $1,149
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sea Ranger M240mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
Sea Ranger M240h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
Sea Ranger M2300m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
Sea Ranger M2$1,149
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
300m
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Tobacco
PVD Vintage

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,149
$450

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2

The Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 is widely praised for its balanced design, excellent legibility, and strong GADA (go-anywhere, do-anything) capabilities, featuring 300m water resistance and a scratch-resistant coating. Reviewers note its comfortable 40mm case size and good lume, though one source describes it as good but not great. The movement is a Sellita SW200 adjusted by the brand, with accuracy reported around ±8 seconds per day. The pre-order price is $650, with a standard price of $850. On balance, reviewers find the Astor + Banks Sea Ranger M2 to be a compelling option due to its functional design and robust specifications.

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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