Which is cheaper, the Dan Henry 1937 or the Monta Noble?

At MSRP the Dan Henry 1937 is the cheaper of the two at $290, against $1,895 for the Monta Noble — a $1,605 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dan Henry 1937 or the Monta Noble?

The Monta Noble wears larger at 38.5mm versus 38mm for the Dan Henry 1937 — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Dan Henry 1937 run compared to the Monta Noble?

The Dan Henry 1937 runs a quartz caliber, while the Monta Noble runs a automatic (Monta M-22).

Side by side

Dan Henry 1937vsMonta Noble

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

Dan Henry 1937

DH37-38M-A1

MSRP $290

Monta Noble

monta-noble-anthracite-dial-1

MSRP $1,895

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

193738mm

Noble38.5mm

Power Reserve

193740h

Noble40h

Water Resistance

1937—

Noble152m

MSRP

1937$290

Noble$1,895

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Gold

Anthracite

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

—

Monta M-22

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$290

$1,895

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Dan Henry 1937

On balance, owners have mixed feelings about the Dan Henry 1937, with some finding its dial less appealing than expected while others praise its understated military aesthetic.

From video reviewers

The Dan Henry Gold 1962 Racing Chronograph features a mecha-quartz movement, specifically the Seiko VK63, which is appreciated by reviewers. The watch's two-tone steel and yellow gold finish may be a "hit or miss" from Dan Henry, suggesting it may not be universally well-received. Reviewers disagree on whether the mecha-quartz movement is a drawback, with one reviewer noting it may not appeal to those seeking a purely mechanical movement, while others may not have mentioned this as a concern.

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Monta Noble

The Monta Noble is widely praised for its slim 9.7mm case, excellent finishing comparable to higher-end brands, and highly adjustable bracelet. Owners note its versatility and accuracy, with one reporting +2 sec/day. The well-executed date at six is also a positive point. However, some find the dial proportions off with small indices and too much open space, and the polished bezel a scratch magnet. There are mixed opinions on the clasp, with some finding it fiddly and others praising its adjustability. The crown action is described by one owner as mediocre, and a visible gasket is noted. The Monta Noble is priced at $1,600-$1,795 and features a Sellita SW300-based M-22 movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Monta Noble highly for its slim profile and exceptional finishing at its price point.

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