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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
101m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$750

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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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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