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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsHamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2

Owners widely praise the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 for its exceptional value and comfortable wearability, with particular appreciation for its refined PVD finish. The watch features a Seiko VK63 Meca-Quartz movement, improved lume, and solid bezel action, all housed in a 42mm case with recessed pushers and 100m water resistance. Some owners note the 49mm lug-to-lug may be large for smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2 highly for its amazing value and comfortable wearability.

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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono for its dramatic increase in quality and attention to detail, its versatile dial layout suitable for dressing up or down, and its bulletproof build that remains problem-free for years. Accuracy figures range from gaining about 5 seconds per day to keeping time within 10 seconds per day even after extended periods without service. Some owners find the lack of a second hand a deal-breaker, and the 45mm size can be chunky and may not fit under shirt sleeves. Concerns exist regarding the movement's serviceability, high maintenance costs, and intervals. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono highly for its robust build and quality for the price, despite some reservations about its size and serviceability.

From video reviewers

The Valjoux 7750 chronograph movement is cited as a strength. Reviewers noted the movement is not without flaws.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono45mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 2
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono60h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
Jazzmaster Maestro Auto Chrono$1,995

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
13.5mm
15.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-21
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$1,995
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