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Dan Henry 1937vsGrand Seiko SLGH005

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
SLGH005
Grand SeikoSLGH005
MSRP $9,800

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
SLGH00540mm
Power Reserve
193740h
SLGH00580h
Water Resistance
1937
SLGH005100m
MSRP
1937$290
SLGH005$9,800

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9SA5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$9,800

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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.

Grand Seiko SLGH005

The Grand Seiko SLGH005 is widely praised for its stunning "White Birch" textured dial, exceptional finishing including mirror-polished indexes and Zaratsu polishing, and the innovative Caliber 9SA5 movement. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the dial's texture and the elaborate, mirror-like indexes. The watch's 40mm stainless steel case is noted for its slender, sporty design and comfortable wearability, with some finding its size well-proportioned and its brushed and polished surfaces practical for hiding scratches. The 9SA5 movement is recognized for its 80-hour power reserve and 36,000 vph hi-beat frequency, though one owner found its finishing less impressive than other movement types in a similar price bracket. Some reviewers consider its price somewhat high relative to alternatives and desire a micro-adjustable bracelet. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SLGH005 highly for its exquisite dial and finishing, powered by an advanced high-beat movement.

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