Akva - Ultraviolet DLC
$4,2991,520
40 mm200 m WRSapphire
The Sensei's take
The Henry Archer Denmark Akva in its Ultraviolet DLC finish is undeniably striking, but at $4,299, it feels overreaching for what it delivers. With a solid 200m water resistance, it's ready for adventure, but the design doesn’t quite match the price tag in terms of originality or craftsmanship. It’s best suited for collectors focused on niche aesthetics rather than practical value—if you’re seeking versatility and quality for the price, look elsewhere.
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The sporty and versatile design of AKVA makes it perfect for any occasion, with a slim 10.5mm case that belies its ability to withstand serious diving up to 200 meters. With its colorful and unique dial AKVA adds a cool and stylish touch to any outfit. DETAILS DLC (Diamond-like-Carbon) coating Premium 9039 Automatic movement Sapphire crystal glass Ultra-slim, 10.5 mm Swiss BGW9 luminous 200 meter / 660 ft / 20 ATM water resistance Original Danish design
6.5
SolidSensei Score — Solid
A dependable choice; know the trade-offs going in.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
Pulled straight from the spec sheet, framed for the buyer. The editorial verdict is the Sensei's take above.
Strengths
- Serious water resistance (200m)
- Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Slim 10.5mm profile
- Versatile 40mm case
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Priced above what the spec suggests
- Currently sold out
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 40 mm it lands in the modern sweet spot, a 47 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- 5744002552574
- Released
- 2023
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 40 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 47 mm
- Thickness
- 10.5 mm
- Lug width
- 20 mm
- Case shape
- Round
- Case material
- DLC coated stainless steel
- Water resistance
- 200 m
- Crystal
- Sapphire · anti-reflective coating
- Bezel
- Dive (unidirectional)
- Caseback
- Exhibition
- Dial colour
- black
- Dial finish
- Matte
- Indices
- applied indices
- Lume
- Yes — BGW9
- Strap / bracelet
- rubber
- Clasp
- deployant
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Henry Archer Denmark
The philosophy of Henry Archer centers around the principles of the Bauhaus design movement, emphasizing that form follows function. The brand prides itself on meticulous attention to detail and the use of high-quality materials to ensure that its watches are both aesthetically pleasing and highly functional.
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