Which is cheaper, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

At MSRP the Dryden Pathfinder is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $2,625 for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a $1,975 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

The Dryden Pathfinder wears larger at 41mm versus 39.5mm for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

The Dryden Pathfinder is rated to 201m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Dryden Pathfinder run compared to the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Dryden Pathfinder uses the Miyota 9015 and the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101.

Side by side

Dryden PathfindervsFears Date Boutique Edition (event)

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

Dryden Pathfinder

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MSRP $650

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

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MSRP $2,625

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pathfinder41mm

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

Power Reserve

Pathfinder40h

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

Water Resistance

Pathfinder201m

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

MSRP

Pathfinder$650

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Steel

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

La Joux-Perret G101

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$2,625

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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.

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Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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