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Dan Henry 1972vsFormex Field Automatic

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1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370
Field Automatic
FormexField Automatic
MSRP $881

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
197241mm
Field Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
197240h
Field Automatic41h
Water Resistance
1972
Field Automatic150m
MSRP
1972$370
Field Automatic$881

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
46.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Ash Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$881

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dan Henry 1972

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1972 Maverick for its cool retro style, 12-hour chronograph, sapphire crystal, and comfortable 40mm-equivalent wearability. The distinct chrono pusher clicks and the unique ability to turn off the running seconds are also noted strengths. However, the lume is not bright or evenly applied, and the alarm feature is considered poorly executed, with a quiet, short-lived alarm and a difficult-to-use pusher. One owner reported a negative customer service experience involving a dead quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1972 highly for its retro styling and value despite noted shortcomings in its lume and alarm functionality.

Formex Field Automatic

Owners widely praise the Formex Field Automatic for its lightweight, scratch-resistant Grade 2 titanium case with a hardening treatment and its comfortable wearability, especially with quick-release straps and a carbon clasp. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's legibility and depth, with one noting the Petrol Blue's great color and subtle texture. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is considered a practical choice, with one owner reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. The watch offers 150m water resistance and is seen as good value under $1000. Some owners desire a matching titanium bracelet and find the numeral typography less appealing. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Field Automatic highly for its robust, comfortable titanium construction and functional dial design at its price point.

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