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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsBrew Metric Lite

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Mechanical
Diameter
42mm
30mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
34mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
101m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Steel
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
6T27
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$375

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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.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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