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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2vsDan Henry 1972

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Bull Shark V2
Borealis Watch Co.Bull Shark V2
MSRP $495
1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bull Shark V238mm
197241mm
Power Reserve
Bull Shark V240h
197240h
Water Resistance
Bull Shark V2300m
1972
MSRP
Bull Shark V2$495
1972$370

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
12.60mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
45.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$370

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Bull Shark V2

The red bezel is a standout feature. The watch wears small, which is a concern for larger wrists.

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.

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