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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SBGR321

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SBGR321
Grand SeikoSBGR321
MSRP $5,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SBGR32140mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SBGR32172h
Water Resistance
1937
SBGR321100m
MSRP
1937$290
SBGR321$5,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
46.6mm
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
9S65
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$5,200

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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 SBGR321

Grand Seiko SBGR321 owners and reviewers widely praise its attractive design, compelling dimensions, and robust movement. The watch features sharp case lines with contrasting brushing and polishing, a 40mm steel case that provides presence without bulk, and 100m water resistance. Its sunburst blue dial, inspired by the dawn sky over Mount Iwate, showcases Grand Seiko's signature finishing on applied markers and hands, with a red-tipped seconds hand. The 9S65 automatic movement is noted for its precision, running within specifications, with one source reporting a +5 to -3 seconds a day rate and a 3-day power reserve. A blue rotor with a crimson rim, also inspired by Mount Iwate, is visible through the display caseback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGR321 highly for its exceptional finishing and compelling blue dial design at its price point.

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