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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SBGA293

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SBGA293
Grand SeikoSBGA293
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SBGA29340.2mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SBGA29372h
Water Resistance
1937
SBGA293100m
MSRP
1937$290
SBGA293$5,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40.2mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
48.5mm
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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$5,200

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA293

Grand Seiko SBGA293 owners praise its light cream dial and exceptionally well-finished markers and hands. The Spring Drive movement is highlighted as a special feature, offering high accuracy and a blend of jewelry and technology, though the rotor can be audible. Some owners find the case size a concern for formal wear, while others consider it not particularly thick and appreciate the Spring Drive's unique horology, accuracy, and reliability. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA293 highly for its unique Spring Drive movement and refined dial and hand finishing.

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