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Dan Henry 1939vsTimefactors PRS-36

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

1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290
PRS-36
TimefactorsPRS-36
MSRP $530
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 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.

Timefactors PRS-36

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-36 for its classy vintage styling, comfortable thin cushion case, and brushed aluminum dial. The Peseux 7040 hand-winding movement and 37mm case size are noted, with one owner finding it wears larger than expected. The included strap and buckle are frequently cited as undesirable, with owners opting for replacements. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-36 highly for its vintage aesthetics and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193941mm
PRS-3637mm
Power Reserve
193940h
PRS-36
Water Resistance
1939
PRS-3650m
MSRP
1939$290
PRS-36$530

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
37mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
44.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Standard
Silver
Lume
None
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Peseux 7040
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$530
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