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Henry Archer ArkonavsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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Arkona
Henry ArcherArkona
MSRP $4,999
AA08 Diver Watch
OrientAA08 Diver Watch
MSRP $390
What people say

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Henry Archer Arkona

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Arkona for its dial, overall build quality, and value, with one owner calling it a "thing of beauty" and another a "shockingly good value for the price." The lume is noted as killer, and the 40mm case wears smaller. However, some owners find the guilloche dial standard and similar to other brands, and one commenter feels the brand sticks too closely to a "bling Explorer" niche. One owner found the bracelet detracted from the dial, preferring a rubber strap, and another noted the bracelet tapers to 16mm, which felt narrower than preferred. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Arkona highly for its dial aesthetics and perceived value.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arkona40mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
Arkona40h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Arkona200m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Arkona$4,999
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.8mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Sylva
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,999
$390
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