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Henry Archer AkvavsPagani Design PD-1715

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
PD-1715
Pagani DesignPD-1715
MSRP $171

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
PD-171540mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
PD-171542h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
PD-1715200m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
PD-1715$171

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
10.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$171

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1715

The dial's "Palm Leaf" texture is a distinctive aesthetic feature. The case finishing is well-executed for the price point. Reviewers noted the lug-to-lug measurement of 49mm.

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