Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsRuhla Chronograph

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at true scale

Chrono Diver Series 1

Ruhla Chronograph at true scale

Chronograph

Diameter

42mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

101m

highest

100m

MSRP

$349

lowest

$496

Movement

Quartz

Miyota 6S20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
13.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
n/a
Lume
None
Luminous hands

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 6S20

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$496
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph with a sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note that the chronograph hand may not reset perfectly to zero, a characteristic of the VK63 movement. The case features polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and the watch utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. It has been listed for sale at prices ranging from $150 to $255 and includes two straps. Overall, owners appreciate the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 for its classic design and value, despite the common VK63 chronograph reset quirk.

From video reviewers

The Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement is a shared strength, noted for its instant reset and sweeping chronograph hand. The bezel action and water resistance were considered standard for the price point.

Ruhla Chronograph

Owners find the Ruhla Chronograph to be a fun and reasonably priced watch with an impressive quality for its cost, though some describe its operation as somewhat cumbersome. One owner notes the red seconds hand functions as the stopwatch and resets when the pusher is activated, while another points out the absence of seconds markings on the dial as a notable issue. On balance, owners appreciate the Ruhla Chronograph for its unique design and value, despite minor operational quirks.

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