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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum
Water Resistance
101m
30m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R02
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349

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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 SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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