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Dan Henry 1963vsSeiko Astron

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1963
Dan Henry1963
MSRP $380
What people say

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Dan Henry 1963

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1963 for its attractive vintage aviation look, precise dial printing, sunken sub-dials, sandwich dial construction, domed crystal, and well-executed case finishing, all at an astonishing price point. The chronograph button action is described as satisfying, and the 40mm size is noted as easy to read and versatile. However, some owners found the stock strap disappointing and replaced it. The lume is described as terrible, and the 12-click bezel could offer better resistance. Opinions are mixed on the perceived case quality, with some finding it cheap and lacking a "solid" feel, while others appreciate its mixed finish and slimmer profile. Some question the utility of the 24-hour sub-dial chronograph movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1963 highly for its exceptional value and vintage aesthetic.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular technology, solar-powered quartz movement, and GPS time synchronization, making it a convenient grab-and-go option. The watch is frequently noted for its comfortable and lightweight titanium build, with some models featuring well-finished cases and robust ceramic bezels. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the dial's dynamic and shiny appearance, with textured hour markers and high-contrast edges. Accuracy is generally considered good, with figures ranging from +/- 15 seconds per month to within 1/2 second per day, easily corrected by GPS signal. However, some owners note that DST requires manual adjustment and that automatic time syncing depends on proximity to radio wave towers. The price point is a concern for some, who feel it competes with luxury watches without the same aesthetic appeal. One owner pointed out minimal lume and a slight misalignment of the minute hand on their model.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
196342.5mm
Astron42mm
Power Reserve
1963
Astron
Water Resistance
1963
Astron100m
MSRP
1963$380
Astron$2,500

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
42mm
Thickness
13.9mm
12.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Pepsi
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
5X83
Jewels
0
14

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$380
$2,500
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