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Dan Henry 1937vsHamilton Ventura S Auto

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
Ventura S Auto
HamiltonVentura S Auto
MSRP $1,345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
Ventura S Auto34mm
Power Reserve
193740h
Ventura S Auto48h
Water Resistance
1937
Ventura S Auto50m
MSRP
1937$290
Ventura S Auto$1,345

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.65mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
C26.101
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
48h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$1,345

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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.

Hamilton Ventura S Auto

The Hamilton Ventura S Auto is widely regarded as a conversation-starting, unique, sci-fi-inspired piece with a cool openworked dial. Owners praise its good finishing and find it more versatile for everyday wear than initially expected, with some acknowledging its iconic status. However, the Hamilton Ventura S Auto is also described as expensive for its features, with limited styling versatility and a design that some find polarizing, leading to a novelty that can wear off. Concerns are raised about its 14mm thickness and dial legibility, with some finding the side wings overwhelming for smaller wrists and the case wearing large. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Ventura S Auto for its distinctive design and conversation-starting qualities, despite its polarizing aesthetic and price point.

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