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Dan Henry 1937vsSeiko Prospex LX line

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $6,500
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex LX line's finishing is a step up from other models, with a case that sits well on the wrist, and some praise the green sunburst dial with blue anti-reflective sapphire crystal as phenomenal. However, owners note the high MSRP limited sales, with some desiring smaller cases and a reduced price, and others experienced quality control issues such as detached second hands and peeling DLC coating, leading to concerns about fragility. On balance, owners feel the Seiko Prospex LX line was discontinued due to pricing that alienated its target market, despite its attractive dial.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Power Reserve
193740h
Prospex LX line72h
Water Resistance
1937
Prospex LX line300m
MSRP
1937$290
Prospex LX line$6,500

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
44.8mm
Thickness
12.7mm
15.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
50.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
5R65
Type
Quartz
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
30

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$6,500
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