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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsBoldr Odyssey Bronze

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Odyssey Bronze
BoldrOdyssey Bronze
MSRP $649

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Odyssey Bronze45.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Odyssey Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Odyssey Bronze500m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Odyssey Bronze$649

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
45.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
16.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
52mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
101m
500m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Auburn
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$649

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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.

Boldr Odyssey Bronze

The Boldr Odyssey Bronze is widely praised for its robust, ship-like aesthetic and substantial feel, with its meteorite dial and OEM Horween strap highlighted as unique features. Owners feel the style, fit, finish, and specifications compensate for criticisms regarding the movements used at its price point. On balance, owners rate the Boldr Odyssey Bronze highly for its distinctive aesthetic and quality finishing.

From video reviewers

The 500m water resistance and Lumicast lume are standout features. The 45mm+ case size is a drawback for some wrists.

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