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Bremont MBIIvsDryden Chrono Diver Hometown

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MBII
BremontMBII
MSRP $5,400
Chrono Diver Hometown
DrydenChrono Diver Hometown
MSRP $349

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MBII43mm
Chrono Diver Hometown42mm
Power Reserve
MBII40h
Chrono Diver Hometown40h
Water Resistance
MBII100m
Chrono Diver Hometown100m
MSRP
MBII$5,400
Chrono Diver Hometown$349

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
Titanium (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
BE-36AE
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,400
$349

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What people say

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Bremont MBII

The Bremont MBII is praised for its striking, high-tech pilot's watch aesthetic, reassuring heft, and quality feel, featuring an anti-shock system and customizable barrel. Owners note its condition can be excellent with minor hairlines, and it is presented with all original boxes and papers. A drawback cited is its 38-hour power reserve compared to newer movements. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Bremont MBII affordable and a good representation of the brand.

Dryden Chrono Diver Hometown

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver for its fit, feel, and finishing, with many appreciating its vintage-inspired design and the value it offers at its price point. The Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement is frequently cited as a reliable and cost-effective choice. Some owners note that the chronograph pushers lack the tactile click of mechanical chronographs, and the 42mm case with a 49mm lug-to-lug may wear large on smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver highly for its attractive design and excellent finishing at the price.

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