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Dan Henry 1962vsErebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

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What people say

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Dan Henry 1962

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1962 for its legibility and attractive panda dial, noting its value under $300. However, some find its quartz chronograph functionality limited. One owner reports strap fitting difficulties due to tight tolerances and poor lume that fades quickly, with glowing sub-dial hands hindering legibility. Another owner describes black hands on black sub-dials as an issue for visibility. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1962 highly for its attractive panda dial and value, despite some concerns about its quartz chronograph functionality and legibility.

From video reviewers

The vintage aesthetic and affordable price point are praised. The lume performance is considered weak.

Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196239mm
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Power Reserve
1962
Ascent 40 GMT
Water Resistance
1962
Ascent 40 GMT100m
MSRP
1962$280
Ascent 40 GMT$429

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Malachite
Lume
None
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$429
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