Which is cheaper, the Dan Henry 1937 or the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series?

At MSRP the Dan Henry 1937 is the cheaper of the two at $290, against $1,400 for the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series — a $1,110 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dan Henry 1937 or the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series?

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series wears larger at 42.2mm versus 38mm for the Dan Henry 1937 — a 4.2mm difference across the dial.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dan Henry 1937 or the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series?

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Dan Henry 1937.

What movement does the Dan Henry 1937 run compared to the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series?

The Dan Henry 1937 runs a quartz caliber, while the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series runs a automatic (6R64).

Side by side

Dan Henry 1937vsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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

Dan Henry 1937

DH37-38M-A1

MSRP $290

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

spb221j1

MSRP $1,400

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

193738mm

Presage Sharp Edged Series42.2mm

Power Reserve

193740h

Presage Sharp Edged Series45h

Water Resistance

1937—

Presage Sharp Edged Series100m

MSRP

1937$290

Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Dial Color

Gold

Black

Lume

None

LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

—

6R64

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$290

$1,400

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

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Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely praised for its modern, angular case design and intricate Asanoha dial patterns, with reviewers highlighting its refined finishing and strong cultural significance. Owners and reviewers consistently note the 70-hour power reserve from the 6R35 movement (or 6R38/6R5J in some variants), anti-reflective sapphire crystals, and 10 bar water resistance. The collection is considered competitively priced, offering significant value for its design and build quality. Some models feature a super-hard coating on the case and bracelet. One owner notes the black dial of the SARX083 offers a subtle pop in the light, and another reviewer points out that a 24-hour indicator on certain models is a niche feature. Case sizes vary, with some models at 39.3mm and others at 40.2mm, and thickness ranges from 11.1mm to 11.8mm. Power reserves differ, with some models featuring 45 hours from the 6R21 movement.

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