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Dan Henry 1937vsSeiko Astron

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
Astron44.1mm
Power Reserve
193740h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
1937
Astron100m
MSRP
1937$290
Astron$3,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
44.1mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Jewels
25
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$3,100

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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.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular technology, self-sufficiency, and grab-and-go convenience, with one owner calling it the best watch they have ever had. Reviewers and owners highlight the detailed and well-managed dials, often with "Grand Seiko-esque" precision, and appreciate the comfortable, lightweight titanium construction. The solar-powered quartz movement with GPS time sync is a significant draw, offering accurate timekeeping. However, the price point of around €2250-€2400 is frequently cited as high for a quartz watch. Some owners note manual DST implementation, dependence on outdoor conditions or radio tower proximity for GPS sync, and sparse lume. One owner experienced the minute hand sitting slightly off and found the recessed buttons difficult to operate. Accuracy figures vary, with some reporting +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, while others note autonomous quartz movement accuracy of up to 1/2 second per day.

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