Henry Archer Vesterhav 38vsPhoibos Eagle Ray 200M

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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 Vesterhav 38 at true scale

Vesterhav 38

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M at true scale

Eagle Ray 200M

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

46mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

12mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$599

$480

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9019

Miyota 9015

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.45mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9019
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$480
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Reviews

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Henry Archer Vesterhav 38

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 for its superb finishing, striking dials, and thin 38mm case, with one owner calling the mother-of-pearl dial stunning and the dimensions perfect for a smaller wrist. Reviewers and owners alike note the exceptional value under $500 and outstanding bracelet quality for a microbrand, with some considering it the best Henry Archer model to date. A potential drawback mentioned by one owner is its status as an "Asian branded watch" with implied low resale value. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 highly for its striking dials and exceptional value.

Phoibos Eagle Ray 200M

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date's design and logo, with one owner noting its well-made appearance despite the low cost and another appreciating the symmetrical date window at 6 o'clock. The watch features a ceramic bezel and a slightly domed sapphire crystal. However, multiple owners report receiving non-functional watches and experiencing poor customer service when seeking refunds. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray Date positively for its design and value, though significant concerns exist regarding initial functionality and customer support.

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