Arkona
Waves at the Center, Rings Spreading Outward
Named after the Arkona Basin between Denmark and Germany, ARKONA draws its design language from the movement of water. The dial is structured with a finely machined guilloché center, inspired by gentle surface ripples, surrounded by concentric rings that echo the way water spreads outward. Paired with carefully considered colorways and an ultra-slim 11.5 mm profile, the result is a watch with a calm, deliberate presence and strong attention to detail.
Inspired
by water's surface
Designed with the movement of water in mind, ARKONA’s dial features a centrally machined guilloché pattern inspired by gentle surface ripples, surrounded by concentric rings reminiscent of rings forming in water.
The slim case and protective crown guards create a watch that balances refined proportions with enduring strength.
Comfort
in every detail
ARKONA’s gently curved lugs pair with the Moon Grey BoR bracelet, engineered with individually articulating links that hug the wrist with ease and deliver a smooth, refined presence.
The fully milled clasp features on-the-fly micro-adjustment to accommodate changing temperatures, while integrated quick-release pins make switching to rubber or leather straps simple and effortless.
Sector dial
Sector dial
Sector dials emerged in the 1930s to improve legibility through clearly separated zones for hours, minutes, and seconds. ARKONA draws inspiration from this layout, reinterpreting it with modern CNC machining and contemporary proportions.
Testimonials
Engineered for
Everyday and beyond
ARKONA’s dial stands out with bold, carefully curated colorways, brought to life after dark by Swiss Super-LumiNova® White10 BL Grade X1 on hands and markers.
Combined with 200 m water resistance and a slim 11.50 mm case, it’s a versatile automatic built for everyday adventures.
Attention
to detail
ARKONA’s dial is defined by layered details. The outer dial rings frame a delicate CNC-machined guilloché pattern at the center, echoed on the rotor visible through the sapphire crystal caseback.
Polished and brushed surfaces create a controlled contrast, while chamfered edges on the bracelet, bezel, and lugs add clear definition.
The crown is protected by integrated guards and features a color-matched insert, and the dial is completed with a color-matched date-window background for a cohesive look.
Premium series 9019
Automatic movement
ARKONA is powered by the ultra-slim premium Japanese Miyota high-beat 9019 automatic movement.
The 9019 movement features a 42-hour power reserve, a high-beat frequency of 28,800 BPH, and a shorter hands tube height compared to its 9015 sibling, which has been instrumental in achieving the slim case dimensions.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
Luminous
Swiss Super-LumiNova®
The hands, indices and bezel markers are filled with Swiss Super-LumiNova® White10 BL Grade X1 that glows neutral white in daylight and ice-blue when dark.
SIZE • WATER RESISTANCE
dimensions
40 mm diameter, 47 mm length, 11.50 mm height (excl. sapphire)
200m/660ft/20ATM water-resistance
Bracelet
Moon Grey BoR
Tapers from 20mm to 16mm.
With the fully milled Henry Archer signature clasp with quick on-the-fly micro-adjust.
Fits wrist sizes between 16 cm to 21 cm.
COLOR MATCHED
DATE WHEEL
Miyota 9019 Premium Series Automatic Movement 28,800 BPH with 42 hours power reserve
MOVEMENT / CALIBER
AUTOMATIC 9019 MOVEMENT
Miyota 9019 Premium Series Automatic Movement. 28800 bph.
42 hrs power-reserve.
-10~+30 second accuracy per day.
COLOR MATCHED
CROWN INSERT
Screw-down guarded crown
Our DNA
Form follows function
We are proud of our Danish design heritage, which is the source of inspiration behind our designs.
We strive to create unique timepieces with a classic yet timeless design that will stand the test of time. Our design philosophy is rooted in the 1920’s “Bauhaus” design philosophy, where form follows function.
Did you know...
In our opinion, a great design is not purely limited to aesthetics.
That is why we only use high-quality materials, such as sapphire crystal, in our products– instead of cheaper and less durable alternatives, like mineral glass.
We are a small family-run Danish micro brand with a global reach.
Our passion is to bring something new to the table - to create timepieces with a unique aesthetic, solidly rooted in our Danish design heritage.
We often say “We do not do homages” and it is a rule we live by every day in our design disciplines. We strongly believe in order to bring something new to a century old industry, we genuinely have to think outside the box: whether that being new dial layouts, case shapes, materials or manufacturing methods.
The name “Henry Archer” is a direct translation of the name of our founder and product designer Henrik Schødt, who comes from a background in the 3D- and product-visualization industry, where he has spent close to two decades working for some of the worlds biggest brands.
Our design philosophy is rooted in the 1920’s “Bauhaus” design philosophy, where form follows function.
To this very day these are keywords that are the pillars of the world famous "Scandinavian minimalism” that has influenced architecture and many other industries around the world.
In our view, a great design comes from using clean lines and pure geometric forms.
All of the above allows the design to “breathe” and bring out the surface finishing and materials used.
Arkona - The Collection
Discover the ARKONA collection and explore its intricately detailed dials - featuring a central guilloché pattern also found on the rotor beneath.
