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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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C63 Sealander Automatic
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Automatic
MSRP $1,430
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
What people say

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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

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.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
PVD Vintage
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW 200-2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$450
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