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Dan Henry 1937vsErebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

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What people say

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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.

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Power Reserve
1937
Ascent 40 GMT
Water Resistance
1937
Ascent 40 GMT100m
MSRP
1937$290
Ascent 40 GMT$429

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Gold
Malachite
Lume
None
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$429
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