Which is cheaper, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Henry Archer Vesterhav?

At MSRP the Massena LAB Dato-Racer is the cheaper of the two at $1,595, against $4,599 for the Henry Archer Vesterhav — a $3,004 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Henry Archer Vesterhav?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav is rated to 200m versus 50m for the Massena LAB Dato-Racer.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Henry Archer Vesterhav?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Massena LAB Dato-Racer.

What movement does the Massena LAB Dato-Racer run compared to the Henry Archer Vesterhav?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Massena LAB Dato-Racer uses the SW400-1 and the Henry Archer Vesterhav uses the Miyota 9015.

Side by side

Massena LAB Dato-RacervsHenry Archer Vesterhav

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Massena LAB Dato-Racer

DR-001

MSRP $1,595

Henry Archer Vesterhav

vesterhav-optic-white

MSRP $4,599

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Dato-Racer40mm

Vesterhav40mm

Power Reserve

Dato-Racer38h

Vesterhav40h

Water Resistance

Dato-Racer50m

Vesterhav200m

MSRP

Dato-Racer$1,595

Vesterhav$4,599

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

White

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW400-1

Miyota 9015

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,595

$4,599

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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Henry Archer Vesterhav

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav for its superb thinness, refined finishing, and gorgeous dials, offering significant value. One owner specifically highlighted the stunning pink dial and its attractive appearance on both steel and leather straps. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav highly for its thin profile and refined aesthetics.

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