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Dan Henry 1972vsZenith Chronomaster Open

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1972
Dan Henry1972
MSRP $370
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 1972

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1972 Maverick for its cool retro style, 12-hour chronograph, sapphire crystal, and comfortable 40mm-equivalent wearability. The distinct chrono pusher clicks and the unique ability to turn off the running seconds are also noted strengths. However, the lume is not bright or evenly applied, and the alarm feature is considered poorly executed, with a quiet, short-lived alarm and a difficult-to-use pusher. One owner reported a negative customer service experience involving a dead quartz movement. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1972 highly for its retro styling and value despite noted shortcomings in its lume and alarm functionality.

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

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
197241mm
Chronomaster Open39.5mm
Power Reserve
1972
Chronomaster Open60h
Water Resistance
1972
Chronomaster Open50m
MSRP
1972$370
Chronomaster Open$11,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.7mm
0mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.7mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
0mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Silver

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$11,100
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