Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsSugess Chrono Heritage SUCHP007

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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

Sugess Chrono Heritage SUCHP007 at true scale

Chrono Heritage SUCHP007

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

101m

highest

50m

MSRP

$349

$240

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seagull ST1901

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Water Resistance
101m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seagull ST1901
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$240
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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.

Sugess Chrono Heritage SUCHP007

The Sugess Chrono Heritage SUCHP007 is widely praised for its exceptional value, with owners finding it a steal at its price point. Its wearability is a significant highlight, noted as thin, light, and comfortable, often disappearing on the wrist and fitting well on average wrists. The manual-wind Seagull ST1901 movement is appreciated, and the chronograph pushers are described as offering a satisfying click and being easy to press. Owners also commend the watch's heritage and history, with one owner finding the included racing strap comfortable and another captivated by the dial design. The chronograph functions smoothly with good alignment, though its lume is not considered strong. One owner notes the SUCHP004S variant's bottom subdial is aesthetically displeasing. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Chrono Heritage SUCHP007 highly for its outstanding value and comfortable wearability.