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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsSeiko Diamond Collection

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
Diamond Collection
SeikoDiamond Collection
MSRP $475

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Diamond Collection27mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Diamond Collection40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
Diamond Collection50m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
Diamond Collection$475

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
27mm
Thickness
13.5mm
7.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
V137

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$475

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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.

Seiko Diamond Collection

Owners widely praise the Seiko Diamond Collection for its stunning beauty, particularly highlighting the 14 diamonds and the captivating mother-of-pearl dial, which reviewers note is difficult to photograph accurately. The watch is frequently cited as offering excellent value for its fit and finish, with specific features like sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance contributing to its appeal. One owner reports great durability and accuracy, with a solar charging reserve, though notes that the gold plating on the bracelet shows some fading from desk work. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Diamond Collection highly for its dazzling aesthetics and perceived value.

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