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Henry Archer Vesterhav 38vsMarathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

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Vesterhav 38
Henry ArcherVesterhav 38
MSRP $4,599
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MarathonMSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vesterhav 3838mm
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic36mm
Power Reserve
Vesterhav 3840h
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Vesterhav 38200m
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic300m
MSRP
Vesterhav 38$4,599
MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic$1,800

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
10.45mm
18mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9019
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,599
$1,800

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What people say

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Henry Archer Vesterhav 38

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 for its superb finishing, striking mother-of-pearl and other dials, and thin profile, with some calling it the best Henry Archer model and exceptional value under $500. The bracelet quality is noted as outstanding for a microbrand, and dimensions are considered perfect for smaller wrists. One owner notes it is an "Asian branded watch" with implied low resale value. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 highly for its striking dials and superb finishing at its price point.

Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic

The Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic is lauded for its utilitarian, no-nonsense design, exceptional tritium lume for visibility, and comfortable 41mm wearability. Reviewers highlight its robust build, meeting ISO 6425 dive watch standards and approved for military use, demonstrating durability during demanding activities. One reviewer notes the stock rubber strap requires modification for a proper fit. Overall, reviewers rate the Marathon MSAR (Medium Search & Rescue) Diver's Automatic highly for its focus on utility and ruggedness at its price point.

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