Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsHz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at true scale

Chrono Diver Series 1

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black at true scale

HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

101m

highest

100m

MSRP

$349

lowest

$379

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK63

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VK63
Type
Quartz
Hybrid

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$379
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph with a sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note that the chronograph hand may not reset perfectly to zero, a characteristic of the VK63 movement. The case features polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and the watch utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. It has been listed for sale at prices ranging from $150 to $255 and includes two straps. Overall, owners appreciate the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 for its classic design and value, despite the common VK63 chronograph reset quirk.

From video reviewers

The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is a shared strength, noted for its instant reset and sweeping chronograph hand. The bezel action and water resistance were considered standard for the price point.

Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black

Owners widely praise the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black for its immaculate and sophisticated design, flawless finishing, bright lume, and sharp print. The watch is considered a near-ideal practical travel watch, with reviewers highlighting its staggering value at $249, featuring a grade 5 titanium case, sapphire crystals, and a ceramic bezel. The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is noted for its smooth-sweeping seconds hand. Some owners find the 24-hour subdial redundant, and one owner reports difficulty reading the black hands on the black dial with Chinese numerals. The Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black comes with a hybrid steel and titanium bracelet and an additional black Epsom leather strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph - Black highly for its exceptional value and refined aesthetics.