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Dryden Heartlander AutomaticvsMakydo Makydo 38

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Dryden Heartlander Automatic

The Dryden Heartlander Automatic is widely praised for its versatility, comfortable 38mm case that wears smaller than its dimensions suggest, and excellent dial variety. Reviewers highlight its value at $500, noting good finishing, a domed sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The tapering bracelet with solid links is also considered comfortable. One owner notes the crown may protrude slightly and irritate some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Automatic highly for its combination of wearability, features, and value.

Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Heartlander Automatic38mm
Makydo 3838mm
Power Reserve
Heartlander Automatic
Makydo 38
Water Resistance
Heartlander Automatic101m
Makydo 38150m
MSRP
Heartlander Automatic$600
Makydo 38$354

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
11.2mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Water Resistance
101m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Goldfinch

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$600
$354
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