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Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-CrownvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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Aquascaphe Dual-Crown
BalticAquascaphe Dual-Crown
MSRP $724
The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown39mm
The Olmsted Matte38mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown42h
The Olmsted Matte42h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown200m
The Olmsted Matte100m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown$724
The Olmsted Matte$1,775

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Crown - Black
Black
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW300
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$724
$1,775

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown

The Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown is widely praised for its modern take on a vintage Super Compressor design, featuring a legible internal bezel and a clean, balanced dial. Reviewers consistently highlight its excellent wearability, attributed to its 39mm case size with elegant proportions and slender flanks. The case finishing, including polished chamfers and a unique brushed bezel top, is also a noted strength. It is powered by the Miyota 9039 movement, offering 200m water resistance. One reviewer found operating the internal bezel crown to be a fiddly and slower experience compared to standard dive bezels, and another noted the domed sapphire crystal can be somewhat reflective. Prices ranged from €550 during pre-order to €780 retail. Overall, reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown highly for its charming vintage-inspired design and excellent value.

From video reviewers

The watch's bezel action is smooth and precise, making it easy to turn. A weakness of the watch is its lume, which is somewhat lacking in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with one reviewer calling it comfortable for everyday wear and the other describing it as relatively slim for smaller wrists.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

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