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Dan Henry 1939vsBrew Metric Lite

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

1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290
Metric Lite
BrewMetric Lite
MSRP $375

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193941mm
Metric Lite30mm
Power Reserve
193940h
Metric Lite
Water Resistance
1939
Metric Lite50m
MSRP
1939$290
Metric Lite$375

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Mechanical
Diameter
41mm
30mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10.55mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
34mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Standard
Applied Index Markers
Indices
Applied

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
6T27
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$375

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

Brew Metric Lite

The Brew Metric Lite is praised for its comfortable wear and attractive dial. Owners note the Miyota 6T27 automatic movement, which offers a 40-hour power reserve and features a signed rotor. It includes applied indices with polished "mountain-top" details and lume pips. Some owners, however, express a desire for a larger case and crown. Overall, owners appreciate the Brew Metric Lite for its comfortable wear and beautiful dial.

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