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Citizen GarrisonvsDan Henry 1939

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

Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $206
1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
193941mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
193940h
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
1939
MSRP
Garrison$206
1939$290

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.2mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Standard

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J810
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$290

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Garrison

Owners widely praise the Citizen Garrison for its excellent legibility, comfortable size for slender wrists, and impressive value at its price point. The brushed case finishing is noted as surprisingly well-done, and the green dial is a particular highlight for many. Accuracy is frequently lauded, with one owner calling it the most accurate quartz watch they've owned, and the solar battery is appreciated. However, some owners wish for a smaller case size, and opinions are split on the bracelet and strap, with some finding them comfortable and others suggesting upgrades. The day-date complication is also a point of discussion, with some preferring its integration and others desiring a cleaner dial. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Garrison highly for its legibility and value, making it a favored tool watch.

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.

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