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Henry Archer ØhavvsVaer D5 Tropic Auto

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Øhav
Henry ArcherØhav
MSRP $5,499
D5 Tropic Auto
VaerD5 Tropic Auto
MSRP $699

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Øhav40mm
D5 Tropic Auto39mm
Power Reserve
Øhav40h
D5 Tropic Auto40h
Water Resistance
Øhav200m
D5 Tropic Auto200m
MSRP
Øhav$5,499
D5 Tropic Auto$699

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.45mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9019
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,499
$699

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Henry Archer Øhav

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Øhav for its quality, finish, and dial that comes alive in direct light, with applied indices creating a depth effect and good lume. The watch achieves +0spd out of the box, and its mirror-polished rehaut is a highlight. However, the date window is consistently noted as very small and illegible, and one owner found the crown could be grippier, though winding is smooth. Some owners are disappointed that the dial effect is not as bright as website photos suggest and that the pattern is identical across colorways. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Øhav highly for its dial's depth effect and excellent out-of-the-box accuracy.

Vaer D5 Tropic Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto for its excellent value, vintage aesthetic, and comfortable 39mm size that wears larger. Specific highlights include the bezel's satisfying click action and subtle shine, beautifully finished lugs that pair well with a jubilee bracelet, and a dynamic black and cream dial with a unique date feature. The incorporation of brushed steel, quick-release spring bars for easy strap changes, and good timekeeping are also frequently mentioned positives. The Vaer D5 Tropic Auto is considered good value with excellent water resistance, making it a great daily wear, and its fit and finish are often compared favorably to brands like Hamilton and Tissot. On balance, owners rate the Vaer D5 Tropic Auto highly for its blend of vintage styling, practical features, and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial design is a standout feature. The Miyota automatic movement is also noted.

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