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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko SLGA015

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
SLGA015
Grand SeikoSLGA015
MSRP $12,600

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
SLGA01543.8mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
SLGA015120h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
SLGA015200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
SLGA015$12,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
43.8mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9RA5
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
120h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$12,600

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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 SLGA015

The Grand Seiko SLGA015 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with owners reporting performance far exceeding the stated 10 seconds per month. The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep and 5-day power reserve are also noted strengths, as is the lighter titanium case construction. However, some owners find the bracelet extension non-intuitive, and one noted the clasp scratched easily. The watch features a nature-inspired, wave-like dial texture. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SLGA015 highly for its impressive accuracy and quality construction.

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