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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$6,100

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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