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Dan Henry 1962vsSheffield 1A 38

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

1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280
1A 38
Sheffield1A 38
MSRP $238
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.

Sheffield 1A 38

Sheffield 1A 38 owners praise its superb quality, sturdiness, and amazing price, with some feeling it is more substantial than a Seiko 5. One owner notes the bezel action could be crisper. Shipping fees are considered too expensive. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield 1A 38 highly for its quality and value at the affordable price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196239mm
1A 3838mm
Power Reserve
196240h
1A 38
Water Resistance
1962
1A 38200m
MSRP
1962$280
1A 38$238

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$238
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