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Henry Archer AkvavsMarathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MarathonGPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
16mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$650

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What people say

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Henry Archer Akva

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Akva for its excellent build and finish quality, compact 40mm dimensions, and versatile no-date dial, with many finding its timekeeping perfect. The watch's blue wave dial and slender design are frequently highlighted as particularly attractive features, and the bracelet with on-the-fly adjustment receives positive remarks. Some owners note the Miyota movement and find the Akva's aesthetic comparable to significantly more expensive timepieces. However, reviewers consistently flag the bezel action as slippery with strong ratcheting, and one owner disliked the available bracelet option. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Akva highly for its impressive build quality and attractive wave dial at its price point.

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch owners praise its tritium tubes, Mil-spec designation, and scratch-resistant case finish, with some finding the 36mm size practical for field use. However, some owners criticize its perceived overpriced nature, thick case, and squared-off lugs, while others point to the composite case material, 30m water resistance, and unbranded movement as drawbacks. On balance, owners are divided on the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch, with opinions split on its value and design features.

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