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Breitling Avenger Automatic 45 SeawolfvsDryden Pathfinder

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Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf
BreitlingAvenger Automatic 45 Seawolf
MSRP $4,400
Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
What people say

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Breitling Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf

Owners widely praise the Breitling Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf for its robust build quality, clear dial with minimal reflection, and sturdy crown. The yellow dial and blue rubber strap combination is noted for its significant wrist presence, while the Blacksteel variant is reported to wear smaller than expected with a crown that does not dig into the wrist. Some owners find the watch's heft requires adjustment and consider the price high for its movement. One owner prefers silver numbers over painted white ones on the dial. The Breitling Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf features a Breitling Calibre 17 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf highly for its solid build and distinct dial options.

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.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf45mm
Pathfinder41mm
Power Reserve
Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf38h
Pathfinder40h
Water Resistance
Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf3,000m
Pathfinder201m
MSRP
Avenger Automatic 45 Seawolf$4,400
Pathfinder$650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
45mm
41mm
Thickness
18.39mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
3000m
201m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Steel
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Miyota 9015
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,400
$650
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