Which is cheaper, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Gruppo Gamma Field III?

At MSRP the Gruppo Gamma Field III is the cheaper of the two at $439, against $650 for the Dryden Pathfinder — a $211 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Gruppo Gamma Field III?

The Dryden Pathfinder wears larger at 41mm versus 40mm for the Gruppo Gamma Field III — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Gruppo Gamma Field III?

The Dryden Pathfinder is rated to 201m versus 200m for the Gruppo Gamma Field III.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Gruppo Gamma Field III?

The Gruppo Gamma Field III carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Dryden Pathfinder.

What movement does the Dryden Pathfinder run compared to the Gruppo Gamma Field III?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Dryden Pathfinder uses the Miyota 9015 and the Gruppo Gamma Field III uses the Seiko Instruments NH38A.

Side by side

Dryden PathfindervsGruppo Gamma Field III

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Dryden Pathfinder

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MSRP $650

Gruppo Gamma Field III

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MSRP $439

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pathfinder41mm

Field III40mm

Power Reserve

Pathfinder40h

Field III41h

Water Resistance

Pathfinder201m

Field III200m

MSRP

Pathfinder$650

Field III$439

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Steel

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

Seiko Instruments NH38A

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$439

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

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Gruppo Gamma Field III

The watch's 200m water resistance is a notable strength. A weakness is the use of the Seiko NH34A GMT movement, which might be considered less desirable than some other options due to its relatively lower grade compared to other movements in this price range.

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