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Dan Henry 1962vsPitzmann Watches Overture 2

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1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280
Overture 2
Pitzmann WatchesOverture 2
MSRP $399
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.

Pitzmann Watches Overture 2

Owners widely praise the Pitzmann Watches Overture 2 for its high-accuracy quartz (HAQ) movement, with accuracy reported around +/- 10 seconds per year, and appreciate its comfortable, thin case. The finishing is frequently cited as superior for the price, with specific call-outs for the micro-adjust clasp and overall execution. Some owners find the dial design appealing with its grain or texture, while others consider it uninspired or reminiscent of other watches. The bracelet receives mixed reviews, with some appreciating its heft and on-the-fly adjustment, and others finding it bulky, non-tapering, or featuring sharp edges, with one owner noting a clunky quick-release mechanism. Price is a point of contention, with some deeming it a great value at $299, and others finding $500 overpriced for a quartz watch. On balance, owners rate the Pitzmann Watches Overture 2 highly for its exceptional value and comfortable, well-finished design, particularly due to its HAQ movement.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196239mm
Overture 239mm
Power Reserve
196240h
Overture 268h
Water Resistance
1962
Overture 2120m
MSRP
1962$280
Overture 2$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
13.5mm
8.35mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
120m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
White
Gravel Blue Enamel
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA F07.402
Power Reserve
40h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$399
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