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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsPagani Design PD-1717

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
PD-171738mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
PD-171742h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
PD-1717200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$158

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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