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Dryden PathfindervsRZE Resolute Type A

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Resolute Type A39mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Resolute Type A40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Resolute Type A200m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Resolute Type A$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Tool
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Grade 5 Titanium
Water Resistance
201m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Indices
Applied
Arabic numerals

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$499

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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.

RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

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