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Dan Henry 1939vsDan Henry 1975

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

1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290
1975
Dan Henry1975
MSRP $310

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193941mm
197539mm
Power Reserve
193940h
197540h
Water Resistance
1939
1975150m
MSRP
1939$290
1975$310

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
42mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Standard
White

Movement

1 specs
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$310

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

Dan Henry 1975

Owners and reviewers praise the Dan Henry 1975 for its excellent value, retro styling, attractive dial with orange accents, and thin, wearable case. The bubble crystal is a highlight, though some find the lume weak. The Miyota 9015 movement offers hacking seconds and a 42-hour power reserve, with accuracy reported between -10/+30 seconds per day. The push-pull crown means it is not a true diver, and the black sapphire bezel can wash out in certain light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dan Henry 1975 highly for its retro charm and superb value.

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