Casio EFR-574DEvsDryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

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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 EFR-574DE at true scale

EFR-574DE

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 at true scale

Chrono Diver Gen 2

Diameter

42.3mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.5mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

11.4mm

lowest

13.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

101m

highest

MSRP

$220

lowest

$475

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42.3mm
42mm
Thickness
11.4mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
PVD Vintage

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$220
$475
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Reviews

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

Casio EFR-574DE

Owners praise the Casio EFR-574DE for its tool-like aesthetic, responsive pushers, solid 20mm bracelet, day-date complication, and good lume, noting its great size and value. One owner reports the stopwatch reset button causes the hand to move backward before returning to its end point, finds the bezel's 60-second marker misaligned, and considers the watch heavy and defective. On balance, owners appreciate the Casio EFR-574DE for its tool-like aesthetic and functional complications, despite isolated reports of defects and weight.

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

Owners widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating the PVD finish. Reviewers note its vintage-inspired design, improved lume, and solid bezel action. The 42mm case and 49mm lug-to-lug measurement are considered by some to be large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 highly for its impressive value and refined features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The fully lumed steel bezel insert is a significant strength. The bracelet is a notable upgrade from the previous generation. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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