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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsGrand Seiko STGF359

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
STGF359100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
28.9mm
Thickness
13.5mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
35.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm
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

1 specs
Caliber
4J52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$2,600

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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 STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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