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Dan Henry 1962vsZenith Chronomaster Open

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1962
Dan Henry1962
MSRP $280
Chronomaster Open
ZenithChronomaster Open
MSRP $11,100

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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 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.

Zenith Chronomaster Open

The open dial showcasing the El Primero movement is cited as a key feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196239mm
Chronomaster Open39.5mm
Power Reserve
1962
Chronomaster Open60h
Water Resistance
1962
Chronomaster Open50m
MSRP
1962$280
Chronomaster Open$11,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.5mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.9mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
Silver

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Zenith El Primero 3604
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
36,000 vph
Power Reserve
0h
60h
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$11,100
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