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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsMonta Noble (Piece Unique)

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Noble (Piece Unique)
MontaNoble (Piece Unique)
MSRP $1,895
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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.

Monta Noble (Piece Unique)

Monta Noble (Piece Unique) owners widely praise its exceptional build quality, stunning dial, and comfortable wearability, with the slim 9.7mm case and smooth winding action of its Sellita SW300 movement frequently highlighted. Reviewers and owners alike commend the excellent finishing and attractive appearance, noting it represents good value at its $1,795 price point. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Noble (Piece Unique) highly for its sophisticated finishing and comfortable, slim profile.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Noble (Piece Unique)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Noble (Piece Unique)40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Noble (Piece Unique)152m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Noble (Piece Unique)$1,895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
101m
152m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Monta M-22
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$1,895
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