Casio MDV-106 DurovsDan Henry 1975

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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.

Casio MDV-106 Duro at true scale

MDV-106 Duro

Dan Henry 1975 at true scale

1975

Diameter

44.2mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

48.5mm

42mm

lowest

Thickness

12.1mm

10.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

150m

MSRP

$85

lowest

$310

Movement

Quartz

Automatic

Case

7 specs
Diameter
44.2mm
39mm
Thickness
12.1mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
42mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
n/a
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$85
$310
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Reviews

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

Casio MDV-106 Duro

Owners widely praise the Casio MDV-106 Duro for its quality-to-price ratio and elegant design, often highlighting the Marlin logo and finishing. Many consider it a stunning first watch or a strong alternative to more expensive dive watches, with some noting its elegant diameter and build quality. One owner mentions the 44.2mm case size is preferred over a smaller sibling model. The Casio MDV-106 Duro is available for around $59-$70, and owners frequently suggest aftermarket strap or bracelet upgrades. Some owners flag the large size and weak lume as negatives. Overall, owners rate the Casio MDV-106 Duro highly for its design elegance and exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The Casio MDV-106 Duro's quartz movement demonstrates excellent accuracy. Its stainless steel case features surprisingly good finishing for its price point.

Dan Henry 1975

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1975 for its attractive dial, orange accents, bubble crystal, and thin, wearable 39mm case, offering excellent value. Reviewers note its retro styling and boxed sapphire crystal, while some owners highlight its fantastic lume and impressive inner rotating crystal bezel. One owner found the black sapphire bezel can wash out in certain light, and another user reported weak lume on their example. The watch utilizes an automatic movement, and accuracy figures range from -10/+30 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dan Henry 1975 highly for its retro styling and exceptional value.

From video reviewers

The vintage aesthetic and color options of the dial are a shared strength. The lume performance is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's design is ultimately a hit or a miss.