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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko SBGX355

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
SBGX355
Grand SeikoSBGX355
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
SBGX35537mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
SBGX35540h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
SBGX355100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
SBGX355$4,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
37mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F62

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$4,100

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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 SBGX355

The Grand Seiko SBGX355 is widely praised for its beautiful dial, excellent finishing, and perfect 37mm size. Owners report unparalleled accuracy from the 9F62 quartz movement, rated to within 10 seconds per year. The high-intensity titanium case and 100m water resistance are noted features. Some consider the SBGX355 a "baby Snowflake" and a more accessible alternative to other models. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGX355 highly for its iconic Snowflake dial and exceptional quartz accuracy in a wearable 37mm case.

From video reviewers

The titanium case finishing is a significant strength. The deployant clasp is noted as prone to rattle. Reviewers disagree on the ideal case size for everyday wear.

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