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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 — Steel Tactical
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Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1

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The Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 is a 42mm mechaquartz chronograph featuring a dual-curved sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance. Owners note the VK63 movement's characteristic chronograph hand not resetting perfectly to zero, a trait present on this specific watch. The case exhibits polished chamfers on the upper lugs, and it utilizes Swiss Superluminova BGW9. On balance, owners appreciate the classic case shape and dial design of the Dryden Chrono Diver Series 1 at its price point, despite the mechaquartz movement's known reset behavior.

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Case
42mm
Power Reserve
—
Movement
Quartz
Water Resistance
101m
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
01

Case Dimensions

Diameter42mm
Thickness13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug49mm
Lug Width22mm
02

Case Build

MaterialStainless Steel
Water Resistance101m
03

Crystal & Dial

CrystalDomed Sapphire
Dial ColorSteel Tactical
04

Movement

TypeQuartz
Beat Rate—
Power Reserve—
Jewels—
HackingNo
Hand-WindingNo
ComplicationsTime only
05

Design Language

Dial styleMatte
Sub-dials3
BezelRotating (dive)
Bracelet / strapRubber strap
HandsBaton
AI-detected from product image · 5/22/2026

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