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Dan Henry 1937vsPagani Design PD-1793

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
PD-1793
Pagani DesignPD-1793
MSRP $131

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
PD-179338mm
Power Reserve
193740h
PD-179340h
Water Resistance
1937
PD-1793100m
MSRP
1937$290
PD-1793$131

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
12.7mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$131

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1793

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1793 for its dial texture, applied logo, faceted hands, and overall case finishing, especially considering its sub-£40 price point and sapphire crystal. The VH31 quartz movement is noted for keeping time very well. However, the watch draws criticism for its 19mm strap width, sharp and thick lugs contributing to a bulky feel, and a rehaut that some find horrendous. Lume is described as standard for the brand, fading quickly, and the bracelet, while good for the price, is compared unfavorably to higher-end options, featuring a stamped clasp with limited adjustment. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1793 highly for its exceptional value as a budget grab-and-go watch, citing its dial and finishing as key strengths.

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