Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsTrintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black

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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

Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black at true scale

COM-01 Chronograph / Black

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

54mm

Thickness

13.5mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

101m

highest

100m

MSRP

$349

lowest

$500

Movement

Quartz

Miyota OS20

Case

3 specs
Thickness
13.5mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
54mm
Water Resistance
101m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Steel
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota OS20

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$500
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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.

Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black

Owners praise the Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black for its pilot-style design and high-contrast dial, with one owner noting its resemblance to higher-end brands at a significantly lower price point. Some users, however, question its everyday wearability due to its case size and chunky lugs, with one owner finding the 41mm size less ideal for a pilot's chronograph. Overall, owners appreciate the Trintec COM-01 Chronograph / Black for its distinctive pilot aesthetic and value proposition, though some express reservations about its wearability on smaller wrists.

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