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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsFortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Marinemaster M-44 DLC
FortisMarinemaster M-44 DLC
MSRP $5,450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Marinemaster M-44 DLC44mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Marinemaster M-44 DLC38h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Marinemaster M-44 DLC300m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Marinemaster M-44 DLC$5,450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel (DLC)
Water Resistance
101m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$5,450

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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.

Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC

The Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC is widely praised for its robust COSC-certified Kenissi Werk 11 movement, offering a 70-hour power reserve, and its stealthy, scratch-resistant Dianoir DLC coating. Owners find it comfortable to wear despite its 44mm size, with one owner considering it a standout piece. Some reviewers note a subtle difference in the color tone of the DLC coating on the crown and bezel lock between variants. Overall, owners and reviewers regard the Fortis Marinemaster M-44 DLC highly for its durable construction and reliable, high-spec movement.

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