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Bremont ionBirdvsDryden Pathfinder

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Pathfinder41mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Pathfinder40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Pathfinder201m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Pathfinder$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$650

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

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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