Which is cheaper, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Grand Seiko SBGP007?

At MSRP the Dryden Pathfinder is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $3,900 for the Grand Seiko SBGP007 — a $3,250 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Grand Seiko SBGP007?

The Dryden Pathfinder wears larger at 41mm versus 40mm for the Grand Seiko SBGP007 — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Grand Seiko SBGP007?

The Dryden Pathfinder is rated to 201m versus 100m for the Grand Seiko SBGP007.

What movement does the Dryden Pathfinder run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGP007?

The Dryden Pathfinder runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9015), while the Grand Seiko SBGP007 runs a quartz (9F85).

Side by side

Dryden PathfindervsGrand Seiko SBGP007

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

Dryden Pathfinder

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MSRP $650

Grand Seiko SBGP007

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MSRP $3,900

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pathfinder41mm

SBGP00740mm

Power Reserve

Pathfinder40h

SBGP00740h

Water Resistance

Pathfinder201m

SBGP007100m

MSRP

Pathfinder$650

SBGP007$3,900

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Steel

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

9F85

Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$3,900

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGP007 owners widely praise its finishing and the quality of its stainless steel case and bracelet with solid end links. The watch features a 40mm case, a smooth bezel, a deep blue textured dial, and Grand Seiko alpha hands. It is powered by the Seiko calibre 9F85 quartz movement. Owners are split on the red seconds hand and gold star emblem, with some finding them too bright or childish, while others defend the star as a mark of accuracy. The $3900 MSRP is debated, with some considering it high for a quartz watch. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGP007 highly for its exceptional finishing at the price point, despite some debate over aesthetic details.

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