Camden Watch Company No.27 MoonphasevsDan Henry 1937
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Measurements
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No.27 Moonphase
1937
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.1mm
Thickness
8.4mm
lowest
12.7mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a
MSRP
$249
lowest
$290
Movement
Japanese Quartz
Quartz
Case
7 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners praise Camden Watch Company's affordable dress watches for their sophisticated and classic designs, with one owner reporting daily use for 4-5 years with only a single nick on the glass and one battery replacement. The Camden Watch Company No.27 Moonphase is noted as being reasonably priced, with purchases around £200. Overall, owners rate the Camden Watch Company No.27 Moonphase highly for its beautiful design and affordability.
Owners widely appreciate the Dan Henry 1937's vintage aesthetics and small seconds sub-dial, with some calling it one of the brand's classiest watches for its understated military vibe. However, the quartz movement is frequently cited as a significant drawback compared to automatic options. Some owners report initial underwhelm or that the dial did not meet expectations from photos, though strap changes can improve enjoyment. Concerns about the brand's quality control and customer service are also noted by some. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1937 for its vintage charm and small seconds complication, though the quartz movement is a point of contention.
The Dan Henry Gold 1962 Racing Chronograph features a mecha-quartz movement, specifically the Seiko VK63, which is appreciated by reviewers. The watch's two-tone steel and yellow gold finish may be a "hit or miss" from Dan Henry, suggesting it may not be universally well-received. Reviewers disagree on whether the mecha-quartz movement is a drawback, with one reviewer noting it may not appeal to those seeking a purely mechanical movement, while others may not have mentioned this as a concern.
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