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Dryden PathfindervsGrand Seiko SLGB023

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
SLGB023
Grand SeikoSLGB023
MSRP $12,400

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
SLGB02340.8mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
SLGB02372h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
SLGB023300m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
SLGB023$12,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
40.8mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
201m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9RB1
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$12,400

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGB023

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Grand Seiko SLGB023 for its comfortable 40.8mm titanium case and the smooth winding feel of its Spring Drive 9RB1 movement. The dial's gradient blue "ushio" motif is a highlight, though some reviewers note the bezel's fully lumed scale as a missed opportunity. Enthusiasts are divided on the power reserve indicator's placement and the design of the hour and minute hands. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGB023 highly for its comfortable titanium case and the refined Spring Drive movement.

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