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Dryden PathfindervsRZE UTD-8000

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
UTD-8000
RZEUTD-8000
MSRP $279

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
UTD-800040mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
UTD-800040h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
UTD-8000200m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
UTD-8000$279

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
201m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Screw secured titanium caseback

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$279

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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.

RZE UTD-8000

The RZE UTD-8000 is praised for its full titanium construction with scratch-resistant coatings and comfortable wearability, offering significant value at its price point. Reviewers note its modern materials like Cerakote-coated titanium and sapphire crystal, though its feature set does not rival more expensive digital competitors. Overall, the RZE UTD-8000 is considered a compelling enthusiast piece for its material execution and value.

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