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Dryden PathfindervsGlycine Airman No. 1 GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
201m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Steel
Silver
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SW330-2
Power Reserve
40h
48h
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$2,800

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

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