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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsDryden Pathfinder

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Superocean Automatic
BreitlingSuperocean Automatic
MSRP $1,000
Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent fit and finish, comfortable bracelet with micro-adjustment, and a fresh design that some find stunning, particularly the blue ceramic bezel and white dial. The watch features a satisfyingly clicking ceramic bezel that is easy to operate and a vibrant dial with luminous hands and hour plots. One owner reports their 42mm model runs about +6 seconds per day, while others note that Breitling watches can sometimes lose time due to magnetization, which can be corrected under warranty. The Breitling Superocean Automatic has a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its design and build quality at its price point.

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

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Pathfinder41mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Pathfinder40h
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Pathfinder201m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$1,000
Pathfinder$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12.56mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
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
$1,000
$650
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