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Dan Henry 1937vsDan Henry 1963

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
196342.5mm
Power Reserve
193740h
196340h
Water Resistance
1937
1963
MSRP
1937$290
1963$380

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Gold
Pepsi

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$380

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dan Henry 1937

On balance, owners have mixed feelings about the Dan Henry 1937, with some finding its dial less appealing than expected while others praise its understated military aesthetic.

From video reviewers

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.

Dan Henry 1963

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1963 for its attractive vintage aviation look, precise dial printing, sunken sub-dials, sandwich dial construction, domed crystal, and well-executed case finishing, all at an astonishing price point. The chronograph button action is described as satisfying, and the 40mm size is noted as easy to read and versatile. However, some owners found the stock strap disappointing and replaced it. The lume is described as terrible, and the 12-click bezel could offer better resistance. Opinions are mixed on the perceived case quality, with some finding it cheap and lacking a "solid" feel, while others appreciate its mixed finish and slimmer profile. Some question the utility of the 24-hour sub-dial chronograph movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1963 highly for its exceptional value and vintage aesthetic.

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