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Henry Archer AkvavsSeestern S446 GMT

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
S446 GMT
SeesternS446 GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
S446 GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
S446 GMT41hh
Water Resistance
Akva200m
S446 GMT100m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
S446 GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Grey
Cream

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH34A GMT
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Power Reserve
40h
41hh
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$299

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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.

Seestern S446 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S446 GMT for its stunning finishing and extreme value, with a sapphire crystal and adjustable clasp. The winding action is noted as buttery smooth, and the 39.5mm case size is considered very wearable. Some owners, however, flag the lume as a weak point and one owner found the bracelet clasp lacked sufficient micro-adjustment. The Seestern S446 GMT is considered an extreme value for the dollar. Overall, owners rate the Seestern S446 GMT highly for its exceptional finishing and value proposition at its price point.

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