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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsFerro Distinct 2

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Distinct 2
FerroDistinct 2
MSRP $445

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Distinct 244mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Distinct 240h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Distinct 250m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Distinct 2$445

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
50mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Blue

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$445

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What people say

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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph featuring a dual-curved sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note the VK63 movement's characteristic chronograph hand not resetting perfectly to zero, a trait present on this specific watch. The case exhibits polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and it utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. On balance, owners appreciate the classic case shape and dial design of the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at its price point, despite the mechaquartz movement's known reset behavior.

Ferro Distinct 2

The Ferro Distinct 2 is noted for its well-polished finish and a screw-down crown for improved grip. One owner reports the flat sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating and the dial has no lume. The watch is available with quartz Ronda, Miyota automatic, or ETA automatic movements and features a 100m water-resistant stainless steel case. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Ferro Distinct 2's improved finishing and practical screw-down crown as key strengths.

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