Citizen BrycenvsDan 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.

Citizen Brycen at true scale

Brycen

Dan Henry 1975 at true scale

1975

Diameter

42mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

42mm

Thickness

n/a

10.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

150m

highest

MSRP

$394

$310

lowest

Movement

Citizen J810

Automatic

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Citizen J810
n/a
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$394
$310
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Reviews

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

Citizen Brycen

Citizen Brycen owners praise its retro racing chronograph aesthetic, noting oversized pushers and a detailed crown. The Eco-Drive movement provides excellent accuracy, with less than 1 second deviation per day. The watch features a barrel-shaped Super Titanium case with polished bevels and brushed surfaces, and a vertically oriented two-register chronograph dial. Some owners report the included mesh bracelet pulled hairs, necessitating a strap change, and the date window's color contrast makes it difficult to read. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Brycen highly for its excellent accuracy and retro racing chronograph aesthetic at the price.

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.