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Dryden PathfindervsBaltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

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

Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
HMS 002 - Gold PVD
BalticHMS 002 - Gold PVD
MSRP $416

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
HMS 002 - Gold PVD38mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
HMS 002 - Gold PVD60h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
HMS 002 - Gold PVD50m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
HMS 002 - Gold PVD$416

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
13mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hesalite
Dial Color
Steel
Gold PVD - Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 8315
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$416

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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.

Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

One owner reported poor quality with a plastic-like crystal, audible rattling, and significant timekeeping issues within 24 hours, deeming the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD overpriced. Another commenter felt the design needed upgrades to its movement and crystal, noting a cheap feel to the dial's textured section. On balance, the consensus among the limited owner feedback is that the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD has significant quality concerns for its price point.

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