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Dryden Chrono Diver HometownvsSeiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

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Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition42.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition41h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Hometown$349
5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition$375

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
42mm
42.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands, index(es) and bezel

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
4R36
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$375

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What people say

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Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition

The Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition is praised for its faithful homage to the iconic SKX design, with owners appreciating its aesthetics. Some find the specifications are considered inferior to alternatives, and one enthusiast suggests removing "AUTOMATIC" from the dial. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from -5 to -8 seconds per day. Overall, owners view the Seiko 5 Sports SKX series 2024 Special Edition positively for its iconic design and value as a homage piece.

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