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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko SBGA375

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
SBGA375
Grand SeikoSBGA375
MSRP $5,600

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
SBGA37540mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
SBGA37572h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
SBGA375100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
SBGA375$5,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
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

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$5,600

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA375

Grand Seiko SBGA375 owners praise its classic, subtle design and the engineering of its Spring Drive movement, with one noting it "does not fail to deliver what they are known for." The dial offers good legibility, with polished side bevels on the hour markers catching light well. However, one owner scuffed the bezel within a week, and another questioned if a lug was missing. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA375 highly for its refined design and movement engineering, signaling discerning taste.

From video reviewers

The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep is a key strength. The bracelet's taper and clasp were cited as areas for improvement.

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