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Last checked Oct 26, 2026
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The Steel Blue is a masterclass in subtle contrast. Instead of a standard vibrant blue, we chose a desaturated, "stormy sky" slate tone that acts as a sophisticated neutral. This muted backdrop allows the smaller design details to really pop—specifically the light blue subdial hands that offer a soft, layered tonal look, and the vibrant orange-tipped chronograph hand that provides a sharp, energetic focal point for easy tracking. The watch is designed to play with light in a way that feels both rugged and refined. The brushed stainless steel bezel provides a matte, industrial frame that perfectly offsets the mirror-polished applied indices . This interaction ensures that the dial remains legible and visually deep, catching the light at every angle without being overly flashy. As part of the Gen 2 series, this watch features our fully re-engineered 42mm case with a streamlined profile and recessed pushers. The 5-link bracelet tapers from 22mm to 18mm for a tailored fit, and our "on-the-fly" micro-adjustment clasp lets you find the perfect size in seconds. Powered by the TMI VK63 Mecha-Quartz, you get the daily reliability of quartz with the tactile, snappy reset of a mechanical movement. Technical Specifications Assembly: Proudly Assembled in the USA Case Dimensions: 42mm x 49mm Lug-to-Lug. 13.5mm including crystal Movement: TMI VK63 Meca-Quartz Crystal: Double-Domed Sapphire (AR Coating Inside) Bezel: 120-Click Unidirectional (Stainless Steel Insert) Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 330 Feet Lume: Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Strap: 22mm 5 Link Bracelet (22-18mm Taper) with On-the-Fly Microadjustment Clasp
Specifications
Details and photos come from Dryden’s website, last checked Oct 26, 2026. Specs were read automatically and may contain mistakes.
Case
- Diameter
- 42 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- Not listed
- Thickness
- Not listed
- Thickness incl. crystal
- Not listed
- Lug width
- Not listed
- Material
- Not listed
Movement
- Type
- Meca-quartz
- Caliber
- Seiko VK63
- Power reserve
- Not listed
- Functions
- Not listed
Crystal and bezel
- Crystal
- Sapphire
- Bezel
- Not listed
Water resistance
- Rated to
- 100 m
Dial and lume
- Dial
- Not listed
- Lume
- Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9
Strap
- Strap
- bracelet
Every spec Dryden lists
- Lume
- Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9
- Bezel
- 120-Click Unidirectional (Steel Insert)
- Crown
- Screw-Down
- Strap
- 22mm 5 Link Bracelet (22-18mm Taper) with On-the-Fly Microadjustment Clasp
- Crystal
- Domed Sapphire (Inner AR)
- Assembly
- Proudly Assembled in the USA
- Bracelet
- 22mm tapering down to 18mm at the clasp
- Movement
- TMI VK63 Meca-Quartz (Mechanical snap-back reset)
- Battery Life
- Approximately 3 years
- Case Dimensions
- 42mm x 49mm / 13.5mm thick including crystal
- Water Resistance
- 100M / 330ft
- No tools required.
- Our re-engineered clasp allows for instant, micro-sizing changes throughout the day. Whether your wrist is swelling on a hot summer afternoon or tightening up in the cold, you can find the perfect fit in seconds without ever needing a spring bar tool.
- Style meets comfort.
- Our new fully articulating 5-link bracelet is designed specifically to follow the contour of your wrist. It features a dramatic, premium taper from 22mm down to 18mm, reducing visual and physical bulk at the underside of your arm.
- Streamlined & Snag-Free.
- We machined recessed cutouts for the chronograph pushers, tucking them closer to the case. This reduces visual bulk and prevents them from digging into your wrist, all while keeping that retro "pump pusher" look.
- Weight (watch head only)
- ~ 76 grams
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