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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F82

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$3,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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