Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGlycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport

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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.

Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 at true scale

Chrono Diver Gen 2

Glycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport at true scale

Combat Sub Chronograph Sport

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

101m

200m

highest

MSRP

$475

$420

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Ronda 5040.D

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
101m
200m
Caseback
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
n/a
Ronda 5040.D
Beat Rate
0 vph
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
n/a
Jewels
0
13
Complications
None
Date, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$420
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Reviews

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

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.

Glycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport for its exceptional value, noting its high quality finishing, sharp printings, and solid build for its price point, with many highlighting its thinness and comfortable wearability due to downward-curving lugs. Some owners find the "COMBAT" text on the dial undesirable, and opinions are split on the gold accents, with some appreciating their dressy appeal and others finding them unnecessary. One owner flags the date window placement bisecting the 4 o'clock marker as a design flaw, while another finds it acceptable due to its alignment with the lower crown. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Chronograph Sport highly for its impressive finishing and comfortable wearability at a compelling price.

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