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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsTraska Summiteer Charcoal

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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.

From video reviewers

The fully lumed steel bezel insert is a significant strength. The bracelet is a notable upgrade from the previous generation. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Traska Summiteer Charcoal

Owners widely praise the Traska Summiteer Charcoal for its comfortable 38.5mm size, short lugs, clean dial, and proud crystal, with some noting its excellent fit and finish and smooth winding action. Timekeeping averages +2 seconds per day, and the hardened steel treatment is a valued addition. Some owners find the dial plain and prefer textured alternatives, and one owner experienced dial alignment issues with a recent Traska release. The bracelet is criticized by some for being noisy, sagging, and having a clasp with rough edges, though others praise its on-the-fly micro-adjustment. On balance, owners rate the Traska Summiteer Charcoal highly for its overall package and value proposition at its price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Summiteer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 2
Summiteer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
Summiteer Charcoal100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
Summiteer Charcoal$700

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Burgundy
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$700
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