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Henry Archer AkvavsVario VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

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

Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
VarioVARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench40h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench100m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
37mm
Thickness
10.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
UltraHex Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Yellow

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$499

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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.

VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench

Owners praise the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench for its price point and the dial's color-shifting effects, with one owner noting it as a great limited edition. A reviewer highlights its lightweight titanium case and sand-textured pink dial. Some with larger wrists may find its 36mm size compact. One owner dislikes the strap and notes the movement can occasionally be loud. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the VARIO x RZE UltraHex Titanium Trench highly for its unique dial and value at the price.

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