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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsanOrdain Fabrik GMT

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Fabrik GMT38mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Fabrik GMT42h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Fabrik GMT50m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Fabrik GMT$1,937

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
101m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Fabrik GMT

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$1,937

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What people say

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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph featuring a dual-curved sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note the VK63 movement's characteristic chronograph hand not resetting perfectly to zero, a trait present on this specific watch. The case exhibits polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and it utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. On balance, owners appreciate the classic case shape and dial design of the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at its price point, despite the mechaquartz movement's known reset behavior.

anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

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