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Dan Henry 1937vsLongines HYDROCONQUEST

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

1937
Dan Henry1937
MSRP $290
HYDROCONQUEST
LonginesHYDROCONQUEST
MSRP $2,350

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193738mm
HYDROCONQUEST39mm
Power Reserve
193740h
HYDROCONQUEST40h
Water Resistance
1937
HYDROCONQUEST300m
MSRP
1937$290
HYDROCONQUEST$2,350

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.1mm
48.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Gold
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
L888.5
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$2,350

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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.

Longines HYDROCONQUEST

Owners widely praise the Longines HydroConquest's dial and finishing, with one owner finding it superior to a Rolex Submariner. The movement is noted as well-regulated, losing about 2 seconds per day. The watch is considered a versatile everyday or business-casual option, offering good value. However, owners criticize the bracelet for lacking tool-less micro-adjustment and describe winding the crown as a nuisance. Some in the line report tiny GMT markers that are difficult to read and the absence of a quick date adjust feature. Overall, owners rate the Longines HydroConquest highly for its finishing and value.

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