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Christopher Ward C63 Sealander AutomaticvsDan Henry 1939

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C63 Sealander Automatic
Christopher WardC63 Sealander Automatic
MSRP $1,430
1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic for its excellent finishing, on-the-fly micro-adjust bracelet, and GADA versatility, with some calling it their best offering and a bargain. However, the lume is consistently criticized as weak, particularly for its price point. Some owners find the dial's multiple color pops distracting, and one notes the brand's poor aftermarket value retention. On balance, owners rate the Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Automatic highly for its build quality and versatility at the price.

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
C63 Sealander Automatic36mm
193941mm
Power Reserve
C63 Sealander Automatic65h
193940h
Water Resistance
C63 Sealander Automatic150m
1939
MSRP
C63 Sealander Automatic$1,430
1939$290

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
10.6mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
49.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Standard
Lume
SLN X1 BL C1
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
SW 200-2
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
Day-date, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,430
$290
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