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Citizen Series 8 831vsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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Series 8 831
CitizenSeries 8 831
MSRP $1,095
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 83140mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 83142h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
Series 8 831100m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
Series 8 831$1,095
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Green
PVD Vintage

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9051
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$450

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What people say

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Citizen Series 8 831

Owners widely praise the Citizen Series 8 831 for its finishing, with one owner noting it exceeded expectations. Reviewers highlight the textured Ice Blue dial and the bracelet's play of light, contributing to a comfortable and luxurious feel on the wrist. The watch features a 40mm ion-plated stainless steel case, a sapphire crystal, and 100 meters of water resistance. It is powered by the in-house Miyota Caliber 9051 automatic movement, which has a 42-hour power reserve and an accuracy range of -10 to +20 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Series 8 831 highly for its impressive finishing and dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing, with its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces, is a notable strength. The 40mm case size and comfortable fit are also consistently mentioned. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

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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