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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsSeiko Astron

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Astron41.2mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
Astron100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
Astron$2,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
41.2mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
3X62
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$2,200

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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.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

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