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Henry Archer AkvavsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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

Akva
Henry ArcherAkva
MSRP $4,299
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Akva40mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Akva40h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Akva200m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Akva$4,299
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,299
$1,099

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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