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Dan Henry 1972vsOak & Oscar The Sandford

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1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370
The Sandford
Oak & OscarThe Sandford
MSRP $1,850

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
197241mm
The Sandford40mm
Power Reserve
197240h
The Sandford40h
Water Resistance
1972
The Sandford100m
MSRP
1972$370
The Sandford$1,850

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Charcoal

Movement

1 specs
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$1,850

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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.

Oak & Oscar The Sandford

Oak & Oscar The Sandford owners report it wears well, with one noting the PVD variant feels like a dream on the wrist. One owner states their Sandford GMT was in excellent condition, recently serviced by the brand, with only minor cosmetic flaws. Overall, owners appreciate the comfortable wearability of Oak & Oscar The Sandford, with one highlighting the PVD finish as a particular positive.

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