Which is cheaper, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

At MSRP the Dryden Pathfinder is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $1,715 for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a $1,065 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Dryden Pathfinder wears larger at 41mm versus 38mm for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Dryden Pathfinder is rated to 201m versus 100m for the Pinion Pure Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Pinion Pure Bronze carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Dryden Pathfinder.

What movement does the Dryden Pathfinder run compared to the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Dryden Pathfinder runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9015), while the Pinion Pure Bronze runs a manual (Sellita SW261-1).

Side by side

Dryden PathfindervsPinion Pure Bronze

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

Dryden Pathfinder

dryden-pathfinder-automatic-diver-sunshine-yellow-steel-12-hour

MSRP $650

Pinion Pure Bronze

pure-bronze-bk

MSRP $1,715

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pathfinder41mm

Pure Bronze38mm

Power Reserve

Pathfinder40h

Pure Bronze45h

Water Resistance

Pathfinder201m

Pure Bronze100m

MSRP

Pathfinder$650

Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Steel

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

Sellita SW261-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$1,715

Follow this matchup

Get a note when Dryden Pathfinder vs Pinion Pure Bronze gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

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.

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

Fratello·2

Keep exploring