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Citizen PCATvsDryden Pathfinder

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Citizen PCAT

Owners widely praise the Citizen PCAT for its exceptional value, noting its perpetual calendar and 200m water resistance as standout features. Reviewers highlight its refined appearance and advanced Eco-Drive, radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendar functionality. Some owners find the dial information-heavy and legibility challenging on certain sub-dials, while one user points out the E650 movement's limitation to five atomic time zones. Lug widths vary, with some titanium models featuring 24mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen PCAT highly for its impressive specifications and value proposition.

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.

From video reviewers

The magenta fume dial's striking color gradient is a key visual highlight. The Miyota 9015 movement is mentioned.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PCAT43mm
Pathfinder41mm
Power Reserve
PCAT
Pathfinder
Water Resistance
PCAT100m
Pathfinder201m
MSRP
PCAT$675
Pathfinder$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
0mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
201m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen E660
Miyota 9015
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$675
$650
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