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Dryden PathfindervsPraesidus Arctic Field

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Arctic Field
PraesidusArctic Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Arctic Field34mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Arctic Field40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Arctic Field50m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Arctic Field$195

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
34mm
Thickness
11.8mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
201m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Gray

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$195

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Praesidus Arctic Field

The Praesidus Arctic Field is noted for its good readability and a faux patina that suits its style, with a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal being a welcome detail. One reviewer highlights its 38mm titanium case with a brushed finish and 11.35mm thickness as well-crafted and elegant. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Arctic Field to be a readable and well-finished field watch.

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