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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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