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Henry Archer AkvavsSugess Heritage S455

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
Heritage S455
SugessHeritage S455
MSRP $449

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
Heritage S45540mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
Heritage S45535h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
Heritage S4555m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
Heritage S455$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
10.5mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
200m
5m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
S455 Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
ST2130
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
40h
35h
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$449

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Sugess Heritage S455

Owners appreciate the Sugess Heritage S455's classic, clean dial protected by a sapphire crystal. One owner suggests removing the fake blue jewel on the crown. On balance, owners value the Sugess Heritage S455 for its clean dial design.

From video reviewers

The Sugess Heritage S455 has a smooth and precise bezel action. The watch's value at the price point is a notable strength, with a fully functioning tourbillon typically found in high-end watches. However, the watch has a relatively weak lume brightness.

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