Versus
Henry Archer Denmark Akva - Spectral vs Henry Archer Denmark Tidevand Element - Malachite
The Sensei's verdict
Akva - Spectral 2—1 Tidevand Element - Malachite
The Tidevand Element - Malachite takes the Sensei's nod on score (7.3 to 6.5), while the Akva - Spectral is the value play at $4,299 ($1,200 less). Tighter budget → the Akva - Spectral; otherwise the Tidevand Element - Malachite is the pick.
Verdict & value
6.5
Sensei Score
+0.87.3
$4,299$1,200 less
Price
$5,499
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Originality
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Movement
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Type
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Calibre
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Tier
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Power reserve
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Case & on the wrist
40 mm
Diameter
40 mm
47 mm
Lug-to-lug
47 mm
10.5 mm0.3 mm thinner
Thickness
10.8 mm
200 m
Water resistance
200 m
316L stainless steel
Case material
Ceramic
Dial, crystal & details
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Dial
Malachite
Sapphire
Crystal
Sapphire
Yes (BGW9)
Lume
Yes (Super-LumiNova)