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Dryden Chrono Diver Gen 2vsTudor Black Bay

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Chrono Diver Gen 2
DrydenChrono Diver Gen 2
MSRP $450
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Gen 242mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Gen 240h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Gen 2101m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Gen 2$450
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
101m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
PVD Vintage
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
MT5602
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
70h

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.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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