Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsSwatch MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury

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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

Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury at true scale

MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

47.3mm

lowest

Thickness

13.5mm

13.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

101m

highest

30m

MSRP

$349

$300

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Quartz

Case

6 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
13.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.3mm
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Bioceramic
Finish
n/a
Deep gray Bioceramic
Water Resistance
101m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Bio-sourced material
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Indices
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$300
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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.

Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury

Owners widely praise the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury for its appealing space history theme and lightweight feel, with one owner specifically enjoying its gray strap. However, some owners express disappointment with the build quality relative to the retail price, with one noting tempered expectations are necessary for a Swatch product. Concerns have also been raised about the watch feeling too large with insufficient visual contrast, and the materials being described as "icky" by one owner, who also found the strap quality to be poor despite liking its appearance. Overall, owners rate the Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to Mercury positively for its thematic appeal and light wearability, tempered by significant concerns regarding its perceived build quality for the price.

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