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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SBGX359

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1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SBGX359
Grand SeikoSBGX359

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SBGX35933mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SBGX35940h
Water Resistance
1937
SBGX359100m
MSRP
1937$290
SBGX359

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
33mm
Thickness
12.7mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
39.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
9F51

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290

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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 SBGX359

The Grand Seiko SBGX359 is lauded for its technically advanced 9F51 quartz movement, enabling a compact 33mm x 9.1mm stainless steel case and offering ±10 seconds per year accuracy. Reviewers highlight the refined finishing of its Snowflake dial and 100 meters of water resistance. However, it comes with a US$3,200 price tag, representing a $500 increase over prior 9F models. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGX359 for its compact dimensions and precise quartz movement at the specified price point.

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