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Dryden PathfindervsWilliam Wood Beacon

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Beacon50m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Thickness
11.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
41mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Ronda 762
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$495

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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.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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