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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsPagani Design PD-1667

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
PD-1667
Pagani DesignPD-1667
MSRP $162

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
PD-166742mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
PD-166740h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
PD-1667100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
PD-1667$162

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
13.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$162

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What people say

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1667

Pagani Design PD-1667 owners praise its handsome design and the reliable Seiko NH35A movement, noting it offers significant value for its price point. However, the included silicone strap is widely reported as uncomfortable, with one owner specifically flagging the deployment clasp as difficult to adjust and potentially insecure due to manufacturing tolerances. Lume quality is also noted as not being great. On balance, owners consider the Pagani Design PD-1667 a strong value proposition, especially if one is willing to replace the strap.

From video reviewers

The Pagani Design PD-1667's ceramic bezel is a notable feature, praised by multiple reviewers for its solid construction and premium feel. A weakness of the watch is its somewhat lacking lume brightness, which is a trade-off considering its budget-friendly price. Reviewers disagree on the value of the watch, with one reviewer noting that the price has dropped, implying decreased value, while another reviewer praises the watch's features for its price range.

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