Casio EFB-730DvsDryden Chrono Diver Series 1

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Casio EFB-730D at true scale

EFB-730D

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at true scale

Chrono Diver Series 1

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

11mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

101m

highest

MSRP

$165

lowest

$349

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
n/a
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$165
$349
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Casio EFB-730D

Owners widely praise the Casio EFB-730D for its 40mm size, which is considered perfect for smaller to medium wrists and versatile for strap changes with its 20mm lug width. The subtle sunburst blue dial is noted as classy and better in person than in photos, and the overall finish is considered quite good for the price. Some owners find the constantly running central seconds hand impractical, while others appreciate its straightforward Casio quartz reliability and value around $150. One owner reported the second hand sticking on the minute hand, and another found the 47mm lug-to-lug measurement wore larger than expected. Overall, owners rate the Casio EFB-730D highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive design at the price point.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph with a sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note that the chronograph hand may not reset perfectly to zero, a characteristic of the VK63 movement. The case features polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and the watch utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. It has been listed for sale at prices ranging from $150 to $255 and includes two straps. Overall, owners appreciate the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 for its classic design and value, despite the common VK63 chronograph reset quirk.

From video reviewers

The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is a shared strength, noted for its instant reset and sweeping chronograph hand. The bezel action and water resistance were considered standard for the price point.

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