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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsNOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Zürich date
NOMOS GlashütteZürich date
MSRP $5,570

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Zürich date39.8mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Zürich date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Zürich date50m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Zürich date$5,570

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39.8mm
Thickness
13.5mm
9.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
101m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Steel
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 5101
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$5,570

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date

Owners and reviewers widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date for its immaculate case finishing and the unique depth and texture of its dial, which is difficult to capture in photos. The watch's dual-timezone complication is considered a satisfying feature with sharp clicking, and the in-house movement finishing is noted as exceptional for its price point. Some find the hour markers slightly difficult to read at a glance, and one owner suggests seeking a secondhand deal due to the full retail price. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Zürich date highly for its refined finishing and distinctive dial at its price.

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