Henry Archer ArkonavsOrient AA02 Diver Watch

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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 Arkona at true scale

Arkona

Orient AA02 Diver Watch at true scale

AA02 Diver Watch

Diameter

40mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

47mm

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$652

$285

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9015

Orient F6922

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.5mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Sylva
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Orient F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
0h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$652
$285
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Reviews

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Henry Archer Arkona

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Arkona for its outstanding value, beautiful dials, and killer lume, with many calling it a "thing of beauty" and a "shockingly good value." The 40mm case is noted to wear smaller, and the build quality is consistently highlighted. Some owners find the guilloche dial a bit standard and prefer alternative textures or strap options, with one owner noting the bracelet tapers to 16mm, which felt narrower than preferred. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Arkona highly for its exceptional value and attractive dial designs.

Orient AA02 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its exceptional value and quality at its affordable price point, with many considering it a "keeper" and a "proper dive watch" offering better specifications than comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its accuracy, robustness, and understated, versatile design suitable for any occasion. The Orient F6922 automatic movement is noted for its hacking and hand-winding capabilities, and a 40-hour power reserve. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. Overall, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its impressive value and solid dive watch credentials.

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