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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsPraesidus Rec Spec

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Rec Spec38mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Rec Spec40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Rec Spec100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Nylon NATO 38mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH36
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$235

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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.

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

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