Henry Archer Vesterhav 38vsOrient 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 Vesterhav 38 at true scale

Vesterhav 38

Orient AA02 Diver Watch at true scale

AA02 Diver Watch

Diameter

38mm

41.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

40h

MSRP

$599

$285

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9019

Orient F6922

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
41.5mm
Thickness
10.45mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9019
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
$599
$285
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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.

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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