Dan Henry 1972vsTimefactors PRS-40

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Dan Henry 1972 at true scale

1972

Timefactors PRS-40 at true scale

PRS-40

Diameter

41mm

40.2mm

Lug-to-Lug

45.7mm

lowest

53.5mm

Thickness

12.7mm

12.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

100m

MSRP

$370

$315

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK61

Case

6 specs
Diameter
41mm
40.2mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.25mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
53.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
n/a
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VK61
Type
Quartz
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$315
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Dan Henry 1972

Owners praise the Dan Henry 1972 for its cool retro style, 12-hour chronograph, and value, with one owner noting comfortable wearability equivalent to a 40mm watch on a 6.25" wrist, a sapphire crystal, distinct chrono pusher clicks, and the unique ability to turn off the running seconds. However, the lume is not bright or evenly applied, and the alarm feature is widely considered poorly executed, quiet, short-lived, and difficult to use. One owner reported a negative customer service experience involving a dead quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1972 well for its retro styling and chronograph functionality, despite significant criticisms of its alarm and lume.

Timefactors PRS-40

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-40 for its unique, "badass" and futuristic design, particularly the 12 o'clock crown and fixed lugs, which contribute to its bombproof nature for harsh environments. The Seiko VK61 mecaquartz movement is noted for smooth winding, and the bead-blasted finish shows light marks but resists deep scratches, with the sapphire crystal being durable. Some owners find the 40.2mm case size acceptable, while others consider it slightly small or large, and the fixed lugs restrict strap options to NATOs. One owner expresses general dissatisfaction with the brand's designs. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-40 highly for its distinctive, rugged aesthetic and robust build suitable for active use.