Henry Archer AkvavsYema Skin Diver CMM.20

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Henry Archer Akva at true scale

Akva

Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 at true scale

Skin Diver CMM.20

Diameter

40mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$560

lowest

$2,372

Movement

Miyota 9039

Yema CMM.20

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Yema CMM.20

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$560
$2,372
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Reviews

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Henry Archer Akva

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Akva for its excellent build and finish quality, great size, and value, with many noting its thinness for a dive watch and impressive lume. The clean no-date dial and unique design are frequently highlighted, with some owners finding it versatile enough to be worn alongside luxury brands. One owner reports perfect timekeeping, while another notes an accuracy of approximately -6 seconds per day. The bezel action is criticized by one owner for being slippery with strong ratcheting. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Akva highly for its impressive build quality and design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The slim 10.5mm case profile is a key strength. No consensus on weaknesses.

Yema Skin Diver CMM.20

The Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 is lauded for its vintage aesthetic, 39.5mm case size, and well-proportioned handset with sharp indices. Owners praise its textured cream dial, French tool watch elegance, and the smooth winding feel of the in-house CMM.20 micro-rotor movement. The fully brushed bracelet with toolless micro-adjust clasp is considered Yema's best yet. Accuracy readings range from -3/+7 seconds per day to approximately 0 to -10 seconds per day. Some reviewers noted questionable finishing on a prototype's hour hand and a rattly, stamped clasp. The watch's pricing has been questioned by some due to brand QC reputation, and its extended lug-to-lug may challenge smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 for its vintage styling and improved bracelet design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The sapphire bezel insert and in-house CMM.20 movement are noted strengths. Reviewers questioned the value proposition compared to other Yema models.

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