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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First StepsvsHenry Archer Akva

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The Fantastic 4: First Steps
CitizenThe Fantastic 4: First Steps
MSRP $469
Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Fantastic 4: First Steps39mm
Akva40mm
Power Reserve
The Fantastic 4: First Steps40h
Akva40h
Water Resistance
The Fantastic 4: First Steps100m
Akva200m
MSRP
The Fantastic 4: First Steps$469
Akva$4,299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Casual
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Grey

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
J800
Miyota 9039
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$469
$4,299

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What people say

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Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps

Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps is praised for its robust 100m water-resistant Super Titanium case and well-finished integrated design. Reviewers highlight the attractive day-date dial and the hassle-free, accurate Eco-Drive J800 movement, noting a +/-15 seconds per month accuracy and an eight-month power reserve. The 39mm case size is considered to fit tastefully on wrists around 6.5-8 inches. Some find the dial's themed indices and minutes scale challenge at-a-glance legibility. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen The Fantastic 4: First Steps highly for its value and wearability, driven by its durable Super Titanium construction and reliable Eco-Drive movement.

Henry Archer Akva

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Akva for its excellent build and finish quality, compact 40mm dimensions, and versatile no-date dial, with many finding its timekeeping perfect. The watch's blue wave dial and slender design are frequently highlighted as particularly attractive features, and the bracelet with on-the-fly adjustment receives positive remarks. Some owners note the Miyota movement and find the Akva's aesthetic comparable to significantly more expensive timepieces. However, reviewers consistently flag the bezel action as slippery with strong ratcheting, and one owner disliked the available bracelet option. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Akva highly for its impressive build quality and attractive wave dial at its price point.

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