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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38vsDan Henry 1972

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Super Chronomat Automatic 38
BreitlingSuper Chronomat Automatic 38
MSRP $11,100
1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370
What people say

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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Owners widely praise the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its unique 38mm size, beautiful dial, and highly polished case and bracelet. Some owners, however, note the bracelet would benefit from micro-adjustment for a better fit, and a few express concern that the case feels substantial. One owner reported inconsistent power reserve, barely reaching 36 hours, and poor timekeeping that persisted after service attempts. Overall, owners appreciate the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its striking aesthetics and distinctive sizing, despite some concerns regarding bracelet adjustability and reported timekeeping issues.

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.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838mm
197241mm
Power Reserve
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838h
197240h
Water Resistance
Super Chronomat Automatic 38100m
1972
MSRP
Super Chronomat Automatic 38$11,100
1972$370

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
11.88mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$370
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