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Dan Henry 1963vsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196342.5mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
196340h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
1963
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
1963$380
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Casual
Diameter
42.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Pepsi
40mm

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$750

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What people say

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Dan Henry 1963

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1963 for its attractive vintage aviation look, precise dial printing, sunken sub-dials, sandwich dial construction, domed crystal, and well-executed case finishing, all at an astonishing price point. The chronograph button action is described as satisfying, and the 40mm size is noted as easy to read and versatile. However, some owners found the stock strap disappointing and replaced it. The lume is described as terrible, and the 12-click bezel could offer better resistance. Opinions are mixed on the perceived case quality, with some finding it cheap and lacking a "solid" feel, while others appreciate its mixed finish and slimmer profile. Some question the utility of the 24-hour sub-dial chronograph movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1963 highly for its exceptional value and vintage aesthetic.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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