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Citizen Zenshin ChronovsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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Zenshin Chrono
CitizenZenshin Chrono
MSRP $488
Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Chrono42.5mm
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Chrono40h
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Chrono100m
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
MSRP
Zenshin Chrono$488
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Salmon
PVD Vintage

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
B620
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$450

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Chrono

The Citizen Zenshin Chrono is widely praised for its comfortable, lightweight Super Titanium build and its attractive, textured dials in various colors. Owners and reviewers alike highlight its clean 3/6/9 layout and retro-inspired, Genta-esque aesthetic. The Eco-Drive quartz chronograph movement, 100m water resistance, and sapphire crystal are noted features. Some owners find the integrated bracelet's end link extends the lug-to-lug feel, and the clasp is described as flimsy with limited micro-adjustment. The subdials are considered small relative to the bezel by one reviewer, and another expressed a desire for a 12-hour chronograph. The lume is reported to be short-lived. Overall, the Citizen Zenshin Chrono is considered excellent value, praised for its comfortable wearability and distinctive dial design.

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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