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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsHamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Auto Chrono
MSRP $2,095

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono42mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Jazzmaster Auto Chrono$2,095

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
15.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-21
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$2,095

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono for its value and dressy yet substantial look. The H-31 or adapted 7753 movement is noted, alongside a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners prefer a 3-6-9 subdial layout or a smaller case size, and the movement's thickness makes it unsuitable for those seeking a slim watch. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Auto Chrono highly for its value and refined aesthetic.

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