Gallant Classic Series
A review of the Gallant Classic Series 37239-1. This dress style watch turned out better than expected and stands out in the quartz crowd due to the design and movement. A good low-cost option for someone wanting a ready-to-go watch with the mechanical feels. And hey, “Resistant Water” or “Water Resistant” who cares, don’t get the thing wet.
Details:
- Model: Gallant Classic Series 37239-1
- Diameter: 41.46mm (advertised as 42mm)
- Height: 10.4mm (advertised as 11mm)
- Lug Width: 20mm
- Lug-to-lug: 46mm
- Weight: ~78.5g on bracelet, ~51.37g on leather
- Case: Plated Brass
- Movement: Seiko VH64 Mecha-Quartz
- Battery: SR920SW
- Crystal: Mineral
- Water Resistance: 3atm/30m/100ft
- Price ~$35.99
The Video
https://youtu.be/a8eOAJsOmEc
Timeline:
- Unboxing: 2:21
- Specs: 4:18
- Movement Check: 7:25
- Wrist Check: 9:48
- Strap Change: 10:23
- Pros: 12:54
- Cons: 17:20
- Macro View: 20:20
- Final Thoughts: 23:07
Pros:
- Dimensions (41.5mm x 10.5mm)
- Mecha-quartz, should be used more!
- Subtle domed crystal
- Looks better than the pictures
- Overall design, love the reverse panda and hints of red
- Recessed subdials
- Cost under $40
Cons:
- Bracelet, so have another strap ready (although the mesh was better quality than other examples I’ve seen)
- Plated brass case, a reality at this price point
- Small date text
- Mild reflectivity
- Lume longevity
- “Resistant Water” though mildly entertaining
Final Thought
I quite like this watch. It has a great and simple look, reverse panda design, and a mecha-quartz movement that sets it apart from the plethora of low-cost watches, for only a fraction more. The maximum number of quartz watches in my collection is six (yes I set limits), and this watch has earned a spot in the box. At some point I will write an article on quartz watches to buy, and this Gallant will be in the mix.
If you are in the market for a low-cost dress style ready-to-go watch with a little extra bang for the buck, give this watch an honest look.
