Dan Henry 1975vsSmiths Precista Mission Timer PRS-56
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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.

1975

Precista Mission Timer PRS-56
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
lowest
44.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
lowest
14.5mm
Water Resistance
150m
highest
100m
MSRP
$310
lowest
$530
Movement
Automatic
ETA 251.264
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1975 for its attractive dial, orange accents, bubble crystal, and thin, wearable 39mm case, offering excellent value. Reviewers note its retro styling and boxed sapphire crystal, while some owners highlight its fantastic lume and impressive inner rotating crystal bezel. One owner found the black sapphire bezel can wash out in certain light, and another user reported weak lume on their example. The watch utilizes an automatic movement, and accuracy figures range from -10/+30 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dan Henry 1975 highly for its retro styling and exceptional value.
The vintage aesthetic and color options of the dial are a shared strength. The lume performance is a noted weakness. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's design is ultimately a hit or a miss.
The Smiths PRECISTA MISSION TIMER PRS-56 is widely praised as a unique and versatile watch offering excellent value, featuring a 60-minute chronograph with split-time functionality and a countdown bezel. Owners note the independent hour hand setting and the rarity of central minute chronographs. The ETA 251.264 quartz movement was a special order, as it had been discontinued as a stock item. Purchase requires patience due to limited order windows. Overall, owners rate the Smiths PRECISTA MISSION TIMER PRS-56 highly for its unique features and affordability.
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