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Dan Henry 1937vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
OLD SMITH 90-001
KUOEOLD SMITH 90-001
MSRP $405

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
OLD SMITH 90-00135mm
Power Reserve
193740h
OLD SMITH 90-00140h
Water Resistance
1937
OLD SMITH 90-00150m
MSRP
1937$290
OLD SMITH 90-001$405

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
35mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Dome
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VD78A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$405

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What people say

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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.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-001

KUOE OLD SMITH is widely praised for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable 35mm wearability, with owners noting its attractive bronze case and dial contrast. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its excellent accuracy. However, the case finishing is considered average for the price, and the lume fades quickly. Some find the small date window difficult to read, and the Seiko NH38 movement is described as noisy. The 18mm lug width and PVD-coated strap hardware are also noted as drawbacks. Overall, owners and reviewers find the KUOE OLD SMITH to be a compelling vintage field watch offering good value, particularly for its aesthetic appeal and accuracy.

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