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Dan Henry 1963vsSternglas Naos Solar

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1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380
Naos Solar
SternglasNaos Solar
MSRP $323

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196342.5mm
Naos Solar38mm
Power Reserve
196340h
Naos Solar
Water Resistance
1963
Naos Solar50m
MSRP
1963$380
Naos Solar$323

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42.5mm
38mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Pepsi
Lume
None
Luminova Punkten

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko VJ76
Type
Quartz
Solar
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$323

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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.

Sternglas Naos Solar

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Naos Solar for its elegant Bauhaus-inspired minimalist dial, slim profile, and value for money. The scratch-resistant curved sapphire crystal and functional date mechanism are noted as durable features, with one owner reporting good wear over a year. The solar power and accuracy are highlighted as practical advantages over automatic movements, which some find loud. However, opinions are split, with some owners finding the watch underwhelming and cheap-looking, like a toy, while others love its appearance in person and its clean, appealing design as a smartwatch alternative. The stock leather strap is described as decent but basic and potentially short for larger wrists, with one owner advising a third-party replacement for durability. One owner of a different variant noted the date font is too small to be useful.

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