Abinger NimrodvsBaltic Aquascaphe Bronze

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Abinger Nimrod at true scale

Nimrod

Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze at true scale

Aquascaphe Bronze

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

n/a

13mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$830

$697

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Movement

Miyota 9039

Miyota 9039

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
n/a
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
n/a
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
n/a
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Lume
None
SuperLuminova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$830
$697
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Reviews

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

Abinger Nimrod

Owners widely praise the Abinger Nimrod for its great dial and design, compact 38mm dimensions, and refined yet rugged feel, with reviewers highlighting its excellent value at £650. Some owners note the bracelet lacks a premium feel and the included strap needs improvement. The Miyota 9039 movement is considered robust and accurate, though one owner reported susceptibility to magnetism. The 12-hour bezel is seen by some as a questionable choice for a dive watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Abinger Nimrod highly for its design and value at the price point.

Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze for its vintage aesthetic, attractive bronze case that develops a slow, even patina, and excellent value, with some noting its fit and finish exceeds expectations for its price. The 39mm case size is considered compact and comfortable, and the Miyota 9039 movement is reliable. Reviewers highlight the handsome design, cohesive build, and specific dial colors like gradient brown or blue sunray. Some owners report a noisy rotor and a stiff crown, while one notes sharp edges on the tropic strap's buckle. The stainless steel caseback is a point of contention for some reviewers, who feel a PVD coating would have been a better visual match. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze highly for its convincing vintage aura and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique blend of vintage style and rugged tool watch qualities is a notable strength. A weakness is the watch's price point, as it's positioned in a competitive market with other similar watches offering similar features at lower prices. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water-resistance, with one reviewer mentioning it's not a primary focus of the design and another not specifying the exact rating.

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