Airain Watches Type 20vsBaltic Scalegraph

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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.

Airain Watches Type 20 at true scale

Type 20

Baltic Scalegraph at true scale

Scalegraph

Diameter

39mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.7mm

47mm

lowest

Thickness

14.8mm

14.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

63h

63h

MSRP

$3,650

$1,766

lowest

Movement

Airain AM2

Sellita SW510

Case

6 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Thickness
14.77mm
14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.7mm
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Airain AM2
Sellita SW510

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,650
$1,766
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Reviews

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

Airain Watches Type 20

Owners and reviewers praise the Airain Watches Type 20 for its faithful vintage design and wearability, with many highlighting the comfortable 39mm case size. The manual winding movement is consistently noted as a pleasure to operate, and the "old radium" style lume is described as pleasing. Some reviewers find the vintage-style sapphire crystal can add glare, and one owner reported a small scratch on the crystal. The movement's appearance is considered less attractive by one source, and the strap hardware required swapping between included straps for one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Airain Watches Type 20 highly for its authentic vintage aesthetic and enjoyable manual winding experience.

Baltic Scalegraph

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Baltic Scalegraph for its compelling vintage styling and excellent value at its price point, with its 39.5mm case offering a slim and compact feel. The applied indices are a standout design element, though legibility can occasionally be a challenge due to polished surfaces. The manual-wind Sellita SW510-M movement provides a power reserve of approximately 60-63 hours. One owner reported bezel marker misalignment, which the brand stated was intentional, contradicting expectations. The screw-down pushers and 100m water resistance enhance its sports chronograph feel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Scalegraph highly for its vintage charm combined with modern wearability and capability at the price.