Which is cheaper, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition?

At MSRP the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is the cheaper of the two at $1,150, against $4,599 for the Henry Archer Vesterhav — a $3,449 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav wears larger at 40mm versus 39.5mm for the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition?

The Henry Archer Vesterhav is rated to 200m versus 20m for the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Henry Archer Vesterhav or the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition?

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Henry Archer Vesterhav.

What movement does the Henry Archer Vesterhav run compared to the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Henry Archer Vesterhav uses the Miyota 9015 and the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition uses the 6R55.

Side by side

Henry Archer VesterhavvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

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

Henry Archer Vesterhav

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MSRP $4,599

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

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MSRP $1,150

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Vesterhav40mm

Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition39.5mm

Power Reserve

Vesterhav40h

Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition72h

Water Resistance

Vesterhav200m

Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition200m

MSRP

Vesterhav$4,599

Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition$1,150

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Curved

AR Coating

Inner

Anti-reflective coating on inner surface

Dial Color

White

Black

Lume

None

LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

6R55

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$4,599

$1,150

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Henry Archer Vesterhav

Owners widely praise the Henry Archer Vesterhav for its superb thinness, refined finishing, and gorgeous dials, offering significant value. One owner specifically highlighted the stunning pink dial and its attractive appearance on both steel and leather straps. On balance, owners rate the Henry Archer Vesterhav highly for its thin profile and refined aesthetics.

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Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition is praised for its vintage racing concept, applied markers, and dial that shifts from cream to silver with orange accents. Owners appreciate the Datsun logo, dual crowns, and internal countdown bezel, with some noting Seiko's finishing is top-notch. However, some find the dial text cluttered, particularly "automatic 3 days," and consider the price point too high. The watch features a 42mm black-coated stainless steel case, an external tachymeter bezel, and Seiko's 8R48 automatic chronograph movement with a 45-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical Datsun 240Z Limited Edition well for its unique vintage concept and quality finishing, though price remains a point of contention for some.

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