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Dryden PathfindervsTimefactors PRS-29A

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
PRS-29A
TimefactorsPRS-29A
MSRP $544
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.

Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value, faithful reissue design, and compact 36mm case. The manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement, 100m water resistance, and anti-magnetic properties are frequently highlighted as functional strengths, making it a popular grab-and-go or travel watch. Some owners note the shiny hands can blend into the dial, and one owner reports accuracy around +5 seconds per day. A desire for a screw-down crown for enhanced water resistance and poor lume are also mentioned. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its historical accuracy and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
PRS-29A36mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
PRS-29A
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
PRS-29A100m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
PRS-29A$544

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
41mm
36mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Steel
Black
Lume
None
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
ETA 2801-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$544
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