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Dryden PathfindervsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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

Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
201m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Steel
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$665

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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.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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