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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
101m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450

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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 SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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