I love mine more than I thought I would. Seems like most micro brand emphasize checking all the boxes - sapphire, ceramic bezel etc but Dan Henry focuses on just making a value driven watch that feel retro. I'm a fan of their whole lineup.
I already own the 1970. I'm considering this one as 64 was my birth year. The 1970 is a brilliant watch particularly at that price. I see what you mean about the bracelet. I wear mine in the same spot. Some of the more rigid bracelets dig in. Looks like that one follows the contours of your wrist. My only hesitation is having large wrists, just over 8", a 38 will be too small for me. Great review, cheers!
I have the no date evil panda for 6 months and love it. I usually only buy and wear mechanical watches. This is the first quartz watch (except Casio) I really wanted and I really like the "meca" part of it. Really nice chronograph. The movement is the most accurate I ever had, about 1 second fast a month but I guess that's just luck. Exceptional watch for the money. If I hear someones's looking for a new watch I always recommend Dan Henry and his timeline.watch site.
It's a great little watch. I'm really happy with mine. Picked one up for a friend as well, He loves it. Great review dude. I got the diver as well before they were all gone. Major bang for buck!
PS I use a leather conditioner on my straps. The same one I use on my boots. It protects from the sweat and salt and keeps them from cracking. Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP is excellent. It contains beeswax as well and smells really nice. Just a suggestion. I believe it may darken some leathers so keep that in mind.
Hello, good content on the channel. I have the Gold 1962 watch from Dan Henry. Where did you get this bracelet? I see it's curved at the ends. I have seen only straight endings. Thanks.
I'll be honest, I've had the money to buy one of the luxury brands for a while now and still do but I think about my motives. Sure, it would be a treat to own one but I'm in my 50s now. I live a pretty quiet life. Never was interested in trying to impress anyone. I get much more enjoyment out of trying out different watches. G Shocks, Seikos, Oris, and many more. It's just more interesting to me.
I don't mind it, it adds a flash of blue when you are looking at the watch sometimes, but it doesn't bother me. If you are sensitive to it, you would notice.
Another vk63 quartz chrono. Almost abiquitous as the favourite of the microbrands nh35. I would prefer the Seagull Panda dial mechanical column wheel chronograph in 38mm or 42mm with a Sapphire chrystal. Domed mineral chrystals are scratch magnets.
The 24 hour subregister isn't part of the chrono function, just based on the main time. The only subregister linked to the chrono is the minute totalizer at 9 o'clock, does that answer the question? (I wish the 24 hour subregister could be set to a second time zone...)
Great question! The long second hand is the running seconds for the chronograph function so it will only run when you hit the top pushed (which starts the chronograph). The running seconds for time is the small sub dial at the 6 o'clock position.
@@JustWatches1 Just Watches Thanks I actually have a really old Chrono that does that but I thought it was a defect 🙄 Also on mine the Chrono hour never resets? anyway do you recommend this for daily use? I have 6 1/4" wrist...have seen the Seiko lineup specially skx013 and not sure specially since I love autos.
@@watch_general6753 I don't think you could go wrong with either this or a skx013 for your wrist size. I had a skx007 and I really liked it, but I ended up transitioning to a Orient Ray II because I liked hacking and hand winding. As much as I like autos, not having to set the time in the morning is the nice part of quartz, but you wouldn't have that problem if the skx was your daily wear :) Let me know what you end up, happy hunting!
@@JustWatches1 I went with skx009k2. really liked the ray ii but they aren't sold in Pepsi style here. i know it's bigger than the skx013 but I have enough black watches.
I believe the case thickness is 12.5mm - only going based on another well-known watch channel where the reviewer used calipers to measure. Every mm counts :)
Ah, thank you for the correction. Yes, every mm counts! I would double check but this one has moved on from the collection. Interestingly, they releases a two register version. I am holding out for a smaller version of the 1939 if they ever return to it.
***Man's watch on a lady's strap*** I just recv'd my Dan Henry 1964 and although it is a somewhat decent watch, it is small. The area exposed inside the lugs look not finished and is the hallmark of a cheaply made case. Then there's the strap! Appalling to the point I can't wear it without feeling I am wearing my wife's watch. The strap tappers too much to the point that it feels like a child's toy watch and looks very small. Not a great feeling wearing it on the wrist. Too expensive to ship back so...
I'm sorry to hear you are disappointed. You should try Dan Henry customer support, they might help you out. Alternatively you might try a different strap. You do get used to the smaller watch head size after a few days, and a strap that doesn't taper as much might make it feel more substantial piece overall.
I love mine more than I thought I would. Seems like most micro brand emphasize checking all the boxes - sapphire, ceramic bezel etc but Dan Henry focuses on just making a value driven watch that feel retro. I'm a fan of their whole lineup.
mr bacchus totally agree. A cohesive design is way better than a “spec sheet” watch that has the desirable specs but not much else.
Great in depth review, love that DB5 on the back & the "Evil Panda" look on the dial
I already own the 1970. I'm considering this one as 64 was my birth year. The 1970 is a brilliant watch particularly at that price. I see what you mean about the bracelet. I wear mine in the same spot. Some of the more rigid bracelets dig in. Looks like that one follows the contours of your wrist. My only hesitation is having large wrists, just over 8", a 38 will be too small for me. Great review, cheers!
I have the no date evil panda for 6 months and love it. I usually only buy and wear mechanical watches. This is the first quartz watch (except Casio) I really wanted and I really like the "meca" part of it. Really nice chronograph. The movement is the most accurate I ever had, about 1 second fast a month but I guess that's just luck. Exceptional watch for the money. If I hear someones's looking for a new watch I always recommend Dan Henry and his timeline.watch site.
Timeline.watch is so fun to look at!
I am still really happy with the 1964 (and currently tempted by the new 1962 haha).
It's a great little watch. I'm really happy with mine. Picked one up for a friend as well, He loves it. Great review dude. I got the diver as well before they were all gone. Major bang for buck!
I had my eye on the diver, sad to see it is sold out now. It's okay, I have enough watches :P
PS I use a leather conditioner on my straps. The same one I use on my boots. It protects from the sweat and salt and keeps them from cracking. Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP is excellent. It contains beeswax as well and smells really nice. Just a suggestion. I believe it may darken some leathers so keep that in mind.
Great tip, I will look into it! Yes, I really want the nicer leather straps to last so I will give it a try. I should also get a deployment clasp.
Great detailed review! Just ordered one after watching your video.
Me as well! They should hire him for their marketing department 😂😂
Wait....
Awesome, let me know how you like it!
It arrived today. Its even better in person!@@JustWatches1
Shail Patel Excellent! I’m really glad you like it. Did you go for the same color?
Fabulous review many thanks just ordered no date Panda.
murray55285 nice! Let me know what you think when you get it!
Great review. All the Dan Henry pieces look amazing. Cant wait to one day grab one. Also just come across your channel. Loving the vids.
Welcome aboard! Yes, it is interesting they haven't released a watch for a while. I'm interested to see what they do next.
Pulled the trigger on the 64 last night. Zero willpower here 🤣🤣
I know the struggle!
Hello, good content on the channel. I have the Gold 1962 watch from Dan Henry. Where did you get this bracelet? I see it's curved at the ends. I have seen only straight endings. Thanks.
Thanks! This is actually the stock bracelet that came with the 1964. I think it is one of the few DH that actually comes with a bracelet.
@@JustWatches1 Thanks for your reply!
I'll be honest, I've had the money to buy one of the luxury brands for a while now and still do but I think about my motives. Sure, it would be a treat to own one but I'm in my 50s now. I live a pretty quiet life. Never was interested in trying to impress anyone. I get much more enjoyment out of trying out different watches. G Shocks, Seikos, Oris, and many more. It's just more interesting to me.
I agree, the variety is more fun to me as well. One luxury watch is such a huge commitment of funds into one item.
Great video mate! How is the crystal holding up?
It is still flawless so far.
Hello, does the watch have a notable „ticking“ noise? For example when you‘re sitting in the office can you hear it or is it very silent?
No, if I recall correctly it is a very quiet quartz movement thankfully.
@@JustWatches1 Thanks for answering even after 2 years! I just subscribed
@@riropower No problem, welcome aboard :)
Thank you for the great review/dimensions of the watch. :-)
:)
I’m bouth 1 just because of the car on the back case but will these watches ever gain big value
I don't think they will. The vast majority of watches will not, and I don't see Dan Henry becoming one of the ones that does, but who knows.
How do you find the blue ar coating on the crystal? Is it too much?
I don't mind it, it adds a flash of blue when you are looking at the watch sometimes, but it doesn't bother me. If you are sensitive to it, you would notice.
panda vs evil panda. who wins?
I don't think there is a wrong choice, but I obviously went with evil!
Shemad J Panda 🐼
Really enjoyed the review brotha, keep the content up
Thank you, will do :)
Another vk63 quartz chrono.
Almost abiquitous as the favourite of the microbrands nh35.
I would prefer the Seagull Panda dial mechanical column wheel chronograph in 38mm or 42mm with a Sapphire chrystal. Domed mineral chrystals are scratch magnets.
Would love to see one of these with the Seagull movement! You are right about the vk63 being the chronograph nh35
Why is the 24hr not zeroed?
Does the mecaquartz movement provide a hack for the subregisters?
The 24 hour subregister isn't part of the chrono function, just based on the main time. The only subregister linked to the chrono is the minute totalizer at 9 o'clock, does that answer the question? (I wish the 24 hour subregister could be set to a second time zone...)
@@JustWatches1 Ahhhhh, ha. Understood. Thank you for the clarification. Yeah, that's unfortunate. That's an odd setup.
why is the second hand not moving?
Great question! The long second hand is the running seconds for the chronograph function so it will only run when you hit the top pushed (which starts the chronograph). The running seconds for time is the small sub dial at the 6 o'clock position.
@@JustWatches1 Just Watches Thanks I actually have a really old Chrono that does that but I thought it was a defect 🙄 Also on mine the Chrono hour never resets? anyway do you recommend this for daily use? I have 6 1/4" wrist...have seen the Seiko lineup specially skx013 and not sure specially since I love autos.
@@watch_general6753 I don't think you could go wrong with either this or a skx013 for your wrist size. I had a skx007 and I really liked it, but I ended up transitioning to a Orient Ray II because I liked hacking and hand winding. As much as I like autos, not having to set the time in the morning is the nice part of quartz, but you wouldn't have that problem if the skx was your daily wear :) Let me know what you end up, happy hunting!
@@JustWatches1 I went with skx009k2. really liked the ray ii but they aren't sold in Pepsi style here. i know it's bigger than the skx013 but I have enough black watches.
@@watch_general6753 Nice choice!
I believe the case thickness is 12.5mm - only going based on another well-known watch channel where the reviewer used calipers to measure. Every mm counts :)
Ah, thank you for the correction. Yes, every mm counts! I would double check but this one has moved on from the collection. Interestingly, they releases a two register version. I am holding out for a smaller version of the 1939 if they ever return to it.
great review. I agree with your sentiments.
Nice watch but I like the reversed panda version
It was a tough choice, I actually like 3 of the 4 colorways alot!
Just Watches buy the other two then 😬
t con too many other watches are plaguing my mind lol
t con Yeah the White with the Black Subdials is 🔥
cute handgraph
Haha, thanks. I don't do them anymore, maybe I should.
***Man's watch on a lady's strap*** I just recv'd my Dan Henry 1964 and although it is a somewhat decent watch, it is small. The area exposed inside the lugs look not finished and is the hallmark of a cheaply made case. Then there's the strap! Appalling to the point I can't wear it without feeling I am wearing my wife's watch. The strap tappers too much to the point that it feels like a child's toy watch and looks very small. Not a great feeling wearing it on the wrist. Too expensive to ship back so...
I'm sorry to hear you are disappointed. You should try Dan Henry customer support, they might help you out. Alternatively you might try a different strap. You do get used to the smaller watch head size after a few days, and a strap that doesn't taper as much might make it feel more substantial piece overall.
This watch is disappointing: very small case, poor lisibility... Moreover the bracelet is very difficult to put on.
vdimartino sorry to hear you aren’t enjoying it. What problems are you having with the bracelet?