Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsSwatch MISSION TO THE MOONPHASE - NEW MOON
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Measurements
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Chrono Diver Series 1
MISSION TO THE MOONPHASE - NEW MOON
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47.8mm
lowest
Thickness
13.5mm
13.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
101m
highest
30m
MSRP
$349
$340
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Quartz
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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.
Owners find the Swatch MISSION TO THE MOONPHASE - NEW MOON likable, with one owner noting the deeper black dial, black lume, and white outlined indices are fantastic. The watch features a 42mm Bioceramic case and a unique Earth phase indicator that rotates in reverse to show Earth's phases as viewed from the moon. Reviewers praise its stealthy all-black look and unique moonphase display orientation. The price is $325. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Swatch MISSION TO THE MOONPHASE - NEW MOON highly for its fun, unique complication and stealthy all-black aesthetic.
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