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Citizen GarrisonvsDan Henry 1972

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Garrison
CitizenGarrison
MSRP $206
1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370
What people say

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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 1972

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1972 Maverick for its cool retro style, 12-hour chronograph, sapphire crystal, and comfortable 40mm-equivalent wearability. The distinct chrono pusher clicks and the unique ability to turn off the running seconds are also noted strengths. However, the lume is not bright or evenly applied, and the alarm feature is considered poorly executed, with a quiet, short-lived alarm and a difficult-to-use pusher. One owner reported a negative customer service experience involving a dead quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1972 highly for its retro styling and value despite noted shortcomings in its lume and alarm functionality.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Garrison43mm
197241mm
Power Reserve
Garrison40h
197240h
Water Resistance
Garrison100m
1972
MSRP
Garrison$206
1972$370

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J810
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$206
$370
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