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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SBGX35340h
Water Resistance
1937
SBGX35330m
MSRP
1937$290
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F61

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$4,100

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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 SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

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