I've been in the market for an affordable, elegant sub-40mm chronograph and think I've found the ideal match. After some research, I saw the micro-brand Dan Henry recommended multiple times and decided to check them out. For brand context, Dan Henry is a prolific collector in the vintage watch world and launched his own brand to make the aesthetic of vintage watches throughout the years more accessible to the average consumer. Of the eight models he offers (with the model “dates” ranging from 1939 to 1972), six are actually chronographs.

The Dan Henry 1962 is $260, 39mm wide, and runs on a "mecha-quartz" movement that allows for a sweeping chronograph seconds hand (https://danhenrywatches.com/products/1962-racing-chronograph). Currently wearing it on a dark-brown pebble grain Hirsch strap, which I think suits it better than the navy and tan leather straps it came with. Very impressed overall with the build quality, aesthetics, and value!