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I appreciate usable/travel packaging as well, but don't personally find the presentation to be bad. The boxes are larger than I'd prefer (environmental and storage purposes) though I appreciate the tissue paper and personalized elements. I agree, the watches themselves and customer service are really where they shine (and I honestly usually forget about even the nicest packaging soon after, however, I have a ton of dedicated storage and travel stuff). Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews I appreciate what you mean about the watches themselves and customer service. I love the design language of the brand and it really suites my aesthetic tastes. I just think the box/case design doesn't follow in the same vein as the rest of the Henry Archer ethos.

Very classy. The [bezel] is flush, beveled, polished, and this one was a bit tight. I've turned hundreds and it's certainly not easy in relative terms. That said, as mentioned, trying to turn it under/around a camera exacerbated the perceived difficulty.

Awesome, I look forward to your thoughts when you get it! Agreed, Henrik is a great dude and naturally makes you want to support the brand/him. The watches make it easy in their own right too. Cheers

Much of it comes down to the case and bezel construction. If there's a decent undercut, this works with many tighter bezels too. You're right though, so bezels can be a real bear regardless. Cheers

I hear you, though I'm of mixed feelings. While I generally find the 24-hr dial to be redundant, it can be useful, at least in setting. With mechanical watches dominating my (and most others) collection, the lack of visible movement is always a bit of an adjustment (thinking the movement isn't going). However, my biggest deterrent/complaint with quartz watches is the ticking second. Though it's a personal preference/pet peeve, and it's not as pronounced with a small second (the only way I can tolerate), I still kind of like the tranquility of avoiding it all together. The VK movements consistently prove to be polarizing. Cheers

@JonathanTReviews That's part of what I meant, a small dial ticking second isn't much of an issue to me. That said, three of my quartz watches (apart from Casio digital watches) have ticking seconds, and I love them (one Grand Seiko, a vintage quartz Omega and a radio controlled Casio Oceanus)

My pleasure! You've put together an excellent first offering 🥂

It is excellently done! I'm thoroughly enjoying it as well. Such a versatile grab and go choice. Cheers

It could certainly be enhanced and would elevate the watch. On the plus side, the bracelet is still super comfortable. Cheers

I previously had the pleasure of reviewing the Moss Green version of that model (along with their first release). Very different style, but great watch. Cheers

Unfortunately, that would include a pretty good price bump (and likely thickness too), unless using a manual wind ST variant (which would also likely reduce reliability). I love mechanical watches (which significantly dominate my collection), but appreciate the benefits of a mechaquartz too. Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews I would accept price increase 🙋🇩🇪

Yeah, that was the Kickstarter earlier bird pricing. Still not a bad price at all IMO. Not many regulator options on the market in the territory. Cheers

Definitely a nice range of options! Yes, in my opinion, most carbon steels would not work well on a watch. Going with two stainless steels achieved the look without increasing maintenance. Cheers

I hope you enjoy it!

Nice, that should pack a punch!

My pleasure! Thanks for watching. If you're still on the fence and want to see more, I have better and more varied footage in the full review. Depending on the San Martin execution, this one likely presents differently. The color is pretty unique and has a nice shift across lighting/angles. Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews Thanks Jonathan. It was the SN0054G-C2 San Martin (pink enamel dial) so yes, the Vega is somewhat different. Def still considering.

Thanks so much! Cheers

@JonathanTReviews I also want to thank you for introducing me to Henry Archer with your fantastic reviews. Definitely my next purchase. Although I am completely torn between the Akva Galileo and Nordso DLC Cosmic Purple meteorite. They are both VERY appealing. I have really come to appreciate the unique and unconventional designs of the microbrand world. Thanks again!

@stephanrosos4957 You can't go wrong with either! Henry Archer has become one of my favorite brands and both models have their unique appeal. If I HAD to choose one, I'd personally lean towards the Akva. The proportions and layout are spot on. Cheers

Glad you're liking it overall! Signum is doing some very cool things with their dials. Cheers

The Kickstarter campaign unfortunately closed a while ago. That was the biggest discount price. I just looked and it's presently available for pre-order around $868 through their site. Still priced well below similarly styled options. Cheers

Tough choice but you can't go wrong with either! Love both models. They're certainly different enough to support both in the collection, especially with the available options, if the budget allows. I'm not sure which I'd pick if I could only get one. Cheers

It's from a Martin Design watch I previously reviewed. Cheers

​@@JonathanTReviews thanks bro, bought the strap and the salmon dial zelos :) it looks so good in your shots

I hope you love them! Cheers

Sweet! You're going to love it! Extremely well done watch, especially for the price. Did you get this same version or a different one? Cheers

Awesome! Black and gilt is a classic combo. I have only seen that one in pics but am confident it will look great. Cheers

Thanks for watching! I don't perceive a difference in quality, however, I much prefer the buckle on the Hydroflex (which appears to also be updated on the original sailcloth straps, as mine are older). The newer buckle is longer but it's also thinner (top view) and more curved (profile view). I wasn't crazy about the chunkiness of the original buckle and it's flatter than preferred. Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews thank you!

Thanks so much! Awesome, I think you'll love it! Btw, their custom rubber straps for it are phenomenal. Perfect fit and so supple. I have a pic of the green strap on this version on my Instagram. Cheers

Offhand, I want to say it is 30-50m. It should be addressed within the first few minutes of the video in the specs (usually right after movement and before weight). Cheers

@@JonathanTReviewsthanks bro looking forward for more micro brands video reviews just like this.

Thank you! You really can't go wrong with either, depending on preference. The polished damascus is more subtle than typical damascus offerings, however, the pattern is still reasonably noticeable. For me, I definitely wanted the damascus as I appreciate the material/craft and wanted the look. It's not for everyone though and is arguably less versatile/traditional, which is where the polished 904L comes into play. Good luck! Cheers

@JonathanTReviews I'm thinking the Damascus. Love the unique look, and I'm certain it will hide scratches a bit better. Thank you for your feedback!

@danielday7033 If you like the look, I'd for sure go damascus! It's very well done, a cool effect, and much less common (especially in a polished execution).

@@JonathanTReviews You convinced me to purchase the Damascus version. I agree, its unique and just needed something exquisite and worthy for the price point in my collection. Unfortunately, I am currently deployed and will have to wait until I get home to enjoy it. It ships out in August. Again, thanks for your review on this timepiece!

LOL. Better than Clark Kent 😁

It is a gorgeous dial, though I'm sure your GS dial is as well! I don't expect these will last much longer, but sure some will pop up on the secondary. Cheers

Good luck! After the loctite is heated, just remember the firm inward pressure on the driver while turning. That part makes a world of difference in minimizing chances of stripping the head. Cheers

Haha! Thanks buddy! I could have lived without the extreme wind we've been having, making the outdoor footage shaky, but we do what we can 😁 Cheers

Thanks buddy! It fortunately hasn't been enough of an issue to detract from enjoyment or reasonable function, but legibility could definitely be better. The dial pattern and shade are gorgeous though. Speaking of gorgeous, that MOP you reviewed looks incredible! I hope you have a great weekend as well 😊 Cheers

The mosaic MOP does look great. If they do a V3, combining elements of the first two variants could be the best one yet. Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews agreed. That could get me excited, though I must admit I'd have to insist at least on a different numeral font.

My pleasure! For sure, the strap seems to be an afterthought on an otherwise great looking watch. Easily changed, but the same would have been true for the stock choice. The legibility of this one has genuinely been a functional non-issue. Much like my original Aventurine, where the hands can completely disappear, it's more of a quirk than anything else. Worst case scenario, it makes me move my wrist a smidge, and I'm treated to watching the light play across the dial for my troubles (referring to both versions). I would have preferred the original brushing (or a variation thereof) as well, but am with you that the polish works and gives it a dressier feel. In the end, much like the original Nova, I'm still very happy with the model and think it's better in real world usage. Such an easy watch to wear and enjoy. Cheers

Thanks so much! Cheers

It's always tough with irons in the fire. Hopefully one will come up when the timing is better. Cheers

Thanks so much! Yeah, I agree, it's a minor thing and easy to change but I would have preferred a different stock option. Cheers

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience! I agree, nice guilloche and shade enhancements IMO, though the original was gorgeous too. I hear you on the bracelet. I have 2 of my 3 on straps, but it was nice having the option (and super comfortable). Agreed, I remember the whole model initially not getting a lot of love (admittedly, I didn't even get my first at launch). Like many though, it was love as soon as one was in person and on wrist though. Cheers

I would have preferred some brushing too. The 7001 in this one is better decorated than the Sellita in the Comet, but I can understand the preference. I show it better in the full review going live today. The positive with this one is that it doesn't add any thickness like many exhibition backs do. Cheers

The stock strap isn't ideal IMO either. I show a couple different combos in the full review going live today. Cheers

I prefer it as well. The original Nova is my favorite Zelos model and this one, while a big departure, carries forward some of the things I love the most. Cheers

@@JonathanTReviews many people tend to forget what a Zelos is. In fact the helmsman is underwhelming for me compared to this Nova 2 on various aspects. All this Helmsman offered is only the special (or not so rare) timacus dial. The compressor style, even the movement, and the rest is unchanged at all since 2014. In fact this 10 year helmsman is going backwards or worse, is in solid caseback instead of display case back, unfinished date window, and Blue keeper on the FKM strap instead of a good leather strap.

I probably prefer the clean lines without but wouldn't mind some smooth flowing crown guards either. Cheers

It is an excellently done piece! Cheers

Preferences will naturally differ but that's way too big for a dress style watch on average size wrists IMO.

I mean if you're insecure just say so. 36-38 are like the "average" size for non-divers, especially dress watches.... Even if you want to make your arguement, 30-34 is generally the "female" marketed range.

@@MrReyfan619agreed, especially for dress watches as you say

Absolutely not. My favorite watch sizes are 36-38mm, especially when we are talking vintage vibe dress watches. A 42mm dress watch? Gaudy prole.

I think you've fairly summarized the differences, though I think the manual wind suits the model well. The CNC guilloche is a technical enhancement but I agree that the polish makes the intricate case details harder to appreciate. The dial layout is a big shift from the original and really makes it a different model in my book. Cheers

It's definitely a significant stylistic departure from the original. I largely view it as a different model. Cheers

I think the quality for the money is still there but I can understand the changing design language not being for everyone.

It's definitely a big departure from the original design.