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Henry Archer TidevandvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

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Tidevand
Henry ArcherTidevand
MSRP $5,299
Seafarer Charcoal
TraskaSeafarer Charcoal
MSRP $665

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tidevand40mm
Seafarer Charcoal40mm
Power Reserve
Tidevand40h
Seafarer Charcoal42h
Water Resistance
Tidevand200m
Seafarer Charcoal150m
MSRP
Tidevand$5,299
Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.65mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Grey
White
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
9039
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,299
$665

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Henry Archer Tidevand

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Tidevand for its exceptional finishing, highlighting the contrast between brushing and beveled polished edges, and its spectacular Aventurine dial, which evokes a sense of space. The BGW9 lume is described as "off the charts" and provides strong nighttime visibility, complementing the watch's rugged construction and refined aesthetic. The 40mm case is noted as being thin at 10.65mm, and the watch features a 120-click diver's bezel and 200 meters of water resistance. One owner reported tight bracelet push pins, but Henry Archer's customer service resolved the issue. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Tidevand highly for its striking Aventurine dial and robust lume.

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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