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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsHamilton Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition52mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition50m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition$1,895

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
52mm
Thickness
13.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
23mm
Water Resistance
101m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
No caliber

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$1,895

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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.

Hamilton Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition is noted for its condition, with owners reporting it in 96-97% excellent shape, showing only faint marks on the case sides and back. The strap also exhibits minor wear and creasing. On balance, owners are satisfied with the Hamilton Ventura XXL Bright Dune Limited Edition's condition and wearability.

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