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Henry Archer AkvavsPhoibos Apollo Dlc

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
Apollo Dlc
PhoibosApollo Dlc
MSRP $485

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
Apollo Dlc39mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
Apollo Dlc40h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
Apollo Dlc200m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
Apollo Dlc$485

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$485

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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.

Phoibos Apollo Dlc

The Phoibos Apollo Dlc is lauded for its lightweight, scratch-resistant titanium case and unique granular black dial texture. Owners praise its comfortable 41mm x 48mm x 12.5mm dimensions and exceptional lume performance. However, the rocket-shaped hands are noted as making time-telling difficult in low light, and the non-tapering bracelet is a drawback for some. Some users question its value proposition, with one noting that a tourbillon can be found at the same price point as an NH35-powered Phoibos. Overall, owners appreciate the Phoibos Apollo Dlc for its distinctive design and comfortable titanium build, despite some functional and value concerns.

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