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Henry Archer AkvavsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
LEGEND OF SERPENT
CIGA DesignLEGEND OF SERPENT
MSRP $2,399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
Akva200m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
46.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
15.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Grey
18k

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
CD-04-S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$2,399

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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.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

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