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Dan Henry 1962vsFarer ROCHÉ II

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The bottom line

Profile favors the ROCHÉ II at 12mm thick versus 13.5mm on the 1962, so it slips under a cuff with less fuss.

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.

Farer ROCHÉ II

The Farer ROCHÉ II is widely praised for its excellent value, thoughtful case finishing with contrasting textures, and its wearable 39mm size. Owners and reviewers highlight the quality of the dial and case, with one owner noting the five-year movement warranty. However, one owner points out the absence of lume on their version's indices, and a reviewer observed a roughness on the micro pique dial's edges in direct light. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Farer ROCHÉ II highly for its exceptional value and well-executed design at its price point.

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Dan Henry 1962
Dan Henry 1962
MSRP $280
Farer ROCHÉ II
Farer ROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495
1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280
ROCHÉ II
FarerROCHÉ II
MSRP $1,495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196239mm
ROCHÉ II39mm
Power Reserve
196240h
ROCHÉ II50h
Water Resistance
1962
ROCHÉ II100m
MSRP
1962$280
ROCHÉ II$1,495

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
World Timer
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
45mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-1
Type
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$1,495

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