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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsSeiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
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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.

Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition is praised for its well-executed movie homage, featuring a striking silver-to-blue gradient dial with a hidden shark design and the "JAWS" logo. Owners note the special case back marked with the Orca boat and shark fin, and the inclusion of a special box. The watch is considered a fun summer piece, with a comfortable blue silicone strap, despite its 45mm dimensions. The 4R36 automatic movement is noted to have a 41-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between +45 and -35 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition for its unique Jaws-themed dial and commemorative details.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition45mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition41h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Prospex Sea JAWS 50th Anniversary Limited Edition$795

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.7mm
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
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
$795
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