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Henry Archer AkvavsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
Akva$4,299
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Casual
Thickness
10.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
Standard

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$195

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What people say

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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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

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