Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsHz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

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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

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black at true scale

HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

101m

highest

100m

MSRP

$475

$379

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK63

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VK63
Type
Quartz
Hybrid

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$475
$379
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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.

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Owners widely praise the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black for its immaculate and sophisticated design, flawless finishing, bright lume, and sharp print. The watch is considered a near-ideal practical travel watch, with reviewers highlighting its staggering value at $249, featuring a grade 5 titanium case, sapphire crystals, and a ceramic bezel. The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is noted for its smooth-sweeping seconds hand. Some owners find the 24-hour subdial redundant, and one owner reports difficulty reading the black hands on the black dial with Chinese numerals. The Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black comes with a hybrid steel and titanium bracelet and an additional black Epsom leather strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black highly for its exceptional value and refined aesthetics.