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Dan Henry 1937vsLilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue

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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.

Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue

The Lilienthal Berlin Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue draws mixed owner response. Strengths include satisfyingly finished hands, a clean dial, and scratch-resistant case and glass; the mesh bracelet is noted as comfortable, and owners appreciate the quartz movement and sapphire crystal as solid entry-level specs. However, the community reports significant inconsistency: sharp case edges and strap screws cause discomfort for some, one owner's SuperLuminova placement (hands only) disappointed them, and a crown detached unexpectedly on another unit. Quality control concerns recur across sources—some praise build quality and weight, while others flag machine-stamped finishing and report non-functional watches upon arrival. Customer service and shipping delays are widely flagged as problematic, though a few owners had positive experiences. Price skepticism appears, with one owner questioning whether the nearly $400 cost justifies the Ronda quartz movement and coated case.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue42.5mm
Power Reserve
193740h
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue40h
Water Resistance
1937
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue50m
MSRP
1937$290
Lilienthal 1 – Gold Blue$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
7.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Gold

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$189
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