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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
1937
SBGM245200m
MSRP
1937$290
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
48.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9S66
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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