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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1vsZelos Blacktip 200m GMT

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Chrono Diver Series 1
DrydenChrono Diver Series 1
MSRP $349
Blacktip 200m GMT
ZelosBlacktip 200m GMT
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono Diver Series 142mm
Blacktip 200m GMT41mm
Power Reserve
Chrono Diver Series 140h
Blacktip 200m GMT40h
Water Resistance
Chrono Diver Series 1101m
Blacktip 200m GMT200m
MSRP
Chrono Diver Series 1$349
Blacktip 200m GMT$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
101m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
MOP

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34 GMT
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$349
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT

Owners widely praise the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT's solid bracelet construction and excellent bezel action. The watch has sold out quickly, indicating strong demand. Overall, owners rate the Zelos Blacktip 200m GMT highly for its robust build and desirable availability.

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