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Baltic Aquascaphe ClassicvsFarer Discovery II

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Aquascaphe Classic
BalticAquascaphe Classic
MSRP $648
Discovery II
FarerDiscovery II
MSRP $925

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Classic39mm
Discovery II39.5mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Classic42h
Discovery II68h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Classic200m
Discovery II50m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Classic$648
Discovery II$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L marine-grade stainless steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black Gilt
Purple
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$925

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What people say

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Baltic Aquascaphe Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic for its vintage-inspired design, comfortable 39mm wearability, and attractive blue sunburst dial with gold indices. Some owners note a hollow feeling and slight bezel play, while others point to rough case edges and sharp lugs. The faux vintage lume is considered weak by some, and the dial can appear dark without direct light due to limited anti-reflective coating. Accuracy is generally found to be good. On balance, owners rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wear at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe Classic is praised for its exceptional value and unique aesthetic. The watch's bezel action is somewhat stiff and could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water resistance, with one reviewer finding it unimpressive compared to other dive watches in its price range, while others do not mention any specific issues.

Farer Discovery II

The Farer Discovery II is widely praised for its comfortable 39.5mm wearability, suiting all wrist sizes and occasions, and its bold plum sunburst dial, which exhibits varied color interpretations. Owners also highlight the excellent case and bracelet design, with one noting it is a "dream to wear." The La Joux Perret G101 automatic movement provides a 68-hour power reserve. On balance, owners rate the Farer Discovery II highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price.

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