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Dan Henry 1963vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196342.5mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
196340h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
1963
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
1963$380
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
42.5mm
36mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
43mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Pepsi
Navy

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$299

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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.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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