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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsAevig Thule GMT

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Thule GMT
AevigThule GMT
MSRP $755
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.

Aevig Thule GMT

Owners widely praise the Aevig Thule GMT for its 70s-inspired design, lightweight titanium case with a hardness coating, and the accurate NH34 movement running at 1-2 seconds fast per day. The watch also features fantastic AR coating, a quick-release bracelet, and excellent customer service. Some wish for sharper case angles and polished details to enhance its dressier appeal, and macro photos suggest potential irregularities on the hour markers. Overall, owners rate the Aevig Thule GMT highly for its vintage charm and practical features at an affordable price.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Thule GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Thule GMT70h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Thule GMT100m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Thule GMT$755

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$755
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