Dryden Heartlander SolarvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

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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 Heartlander Solar at true scale

Heartlander Solar

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 at true scale

The Olmsted 38

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

44.9mm

lowest

Thickness

11mm

10.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

101m

highest

100m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$309

lowest

$1,775

Movement

Automatic

Sellita SW300-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
11mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.9mm
Water Resistance
101m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Double-domed
AR Coating
n/a
Underside
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
n/a
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Sellita SW300-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$1,775
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Dryden Heartlander Solar

The Dryden Heartlander Solar is widely praised for its excellent wearability, comfortable 38mm case, and legibility, with reviewers highlighting its versatility and compelling $500 price point. Owners appreciate the durability and affordability suggested by the Miyota movement and the convenience of solar power, with one noting the lack of winding. Some owners, however, find the 38mm case size a bit small for their wrists. A prominent crown is noted as a potential irritant for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Heartlander Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and value at the $500 price point.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 is praised for its sharp, stealthy aesthetic and excellent wearability at 38mm, featuring a durable ceramic-coated stainless steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its value at $1,475, which includes two strap options and a watch wallet. On balance, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted 38 highly for its modern, aggressive design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Olmsted 38 features tightly executed tolerances and an ultra-fine level of finishing. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any points.

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