Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830vsDryden 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.

Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 at true scale

Promaster Skyhawk U830

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 at true scale

Chrono Diver Gen 2

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

n/a

13.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

101m

MSRP

$596

$475

lowest

Movement

Citizen/Miyota U-series (quartz)

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
n/a
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
101m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
PVD Vintage

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Citizen/Miyota U-series (quartz)
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$596
$475
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Reviews

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

Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830

Owners widely report the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 offers a cleaner, less cluttered design with improved legibility thanks to its memory-in-pixel display and a versatile, contemporary look. Some enthusiasts appreciate the technology and lightweight titanium case, while others find the interface clunky and the dial busy, with specific criticism directed at the lack of atomic timekeeping and the "calendar" label. One owner notes disappointment that the digital display likely does not show elapsed time while the chronograph is running. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 well for its enhanced legibility and updated design, despite some finding its interface busy and missing atomic sync.

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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