Dan Henry 1939vsTissot Telemeter 1938

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Dan Henry 1939 at true scale

1939

Tissot Telemeter 1938 at true scale

Telemeter 1938

Diameter

41mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49.2mm

n/a

Thickness

13.9mm

13.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

30m

Power Reserve

n/a

68h

MSRP

$300

lowest

$2,400

Movement

Quartz

Tissot Valjoux A05.231

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
13.9mm
13.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Domed
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Standard
Silver
Indices
n/a
Arabic

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
n/a
Tissot Valjoux A05.231
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$300
$2,400
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Reviews

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

Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, detailed, and art-like design, often noting its resemblance to vintage models and its exceptional value at $220. Specific highlights include the gorgeous domed crystal, the multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The watch is described as having beautiful build quality, being robust and durable, and retaining its sturdiness even after years of daily wear. Some owners express disappointment that it uses a quartz movement, and one found it surprisingly heavy. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its stunning vintage-inspired design and robust build quality at an accessible 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.

Tissot Telemeter 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Telemeter 1938 for its vintage-inspired design, handsome dial finishing, and the value it offers as a mechanical chronograph. The automatic Tissot Valjoux A05.231 movement, with its 68-hour power reserve, is noted positively, and some owners describe the movement as feeling "alive." The watch features a polished stainless steel case, monopushers, and a double-sided anti-reflective coating. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for the retro aesthetic, with many wishing for a smaller variant, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp but slightly stiff, and the average accuracy is reported at +6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Telemeter 1938 highly for its attractive vintage design and good value, despite concerns about its case size.

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