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Dryden PathfindervsPraesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
PraesidusA-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz
MSRP $215

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz38mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz50m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz$215

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
201m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Brown

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Ameriquartz USA
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$215

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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.

Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz

Owners praise the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz as a sturdy, versatile tool watch at $215 USD, noting its precise Ameriquartz movement. However, some owners report unpolished lugs, random timekeeping errors ranging from 5-15 minutes off, premature battery death, and difficulties with battery replacements and customer service. The canvas strap is also noted as being very long, and the crystal is sapphire-coated K1 mineral. On balance, owners find the Praesidus A-11 Spec 2 Ameriquartz a capable daily beater despite these specific concerns.

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