Breitling Avi 1953 EditionvsDan Henry 1939

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Breitling Avi 1953 Edition at true scale

Avi 1953 Edition

Dan Henry 1939 at true scale

1939

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49.2mm

Thickness

14.1mm

13.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

n/a

Power Reserve

70h

n/a

MSRP

$27,150

$300

lowest

Movement

Breitling B09

Quartz

Case

5 specs
Thickness
14.05mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49.2mm
Material
18k red gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
18k red gold
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Standard

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling B09
n/a
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$27,150
$300
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Breitling Avi 1953 Edition

The Breitling Avi 1953 Edition is praised as a faithful re-interpretation of the original, featuring a hand-wound B09 movement and a plexi crystal. Owners note its character and find it a compelling alternative to other chronographs. Some reviewers point to the fauxtina lume plots as a departure from historical accuracy, while others highlight its prominent pusher design. The Breitling Avi 1953 Edition retails for €7,800. On balance, reviewers and owners appreciate the Breitling Avi 1953 Edition for its faithful vintage-inspired design and unique character.

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, detailed, and art-like design, often noting its resemblance to vintage models and its exceptional value at $220. Specific highlights include the gorgeous domed crystal, the multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The watch is described as having beautiful build quality, being robust and durable, and retaining its sturdiness even after years of daily wear. Some owners express disappointment that it uses a quartz movement, and one found it surprisingly heavy. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its stunning vintage-inspired design and robust build quality at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.