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Henry Archer Vesterhav 38vsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Vesterhav 38
Henry ArcherVesterhav 38
MSRP $4,599
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Vesterhav 3838mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Vesterhav 3840h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Vesterhav 38200m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Vesterhav 38$4,599
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10.45mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.6mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9019
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,599
$6,100

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What people say

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Henry Archer Vesterhav 38

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 for its superb finishing, striking mother-of-pearl and other dials, and thin profile, with some calling it the best Henry Archer model and exceptional value under $500. The bracelet quality is noted as outstanding for a microbrand, and dimensions are considered perfect for smaller wrists. One owner notes it is an "Asian branded watch" with implied low resale value. Overall, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav 38 highly for its striking dials and superb finishing at its price point.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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