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Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-CrownvsPagani Design PD-YS005

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Aquascaphe Dual-Crown
BalticAquascaphe Dual-Crown
MSRP $724
PD-YS005
Pagani DesignPD-YS005
MSRP $171

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown39mm
PD-YS00541mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown42h
PD-YS00542h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown200m
PD-YS005200m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown$724
PD-YS005$171

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
11mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Crown - Black
Black
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$724
$171

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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.

Pagani Design PD-YS005

Pagani Design PD-YS005 owners widely praise its thin, comfortable case and attractive appearance, with many considering it a stunning homage. Reviewers note the Seiko NH-35A automatic movement, 200m water resistance, solid link bracelet with milled clasp, and domed sapphire crystal. However, lume is frequently described as poor or inconsistent, with one owner finding the fauxtina too orange and another reporting sharp bezel edges prone to accidental rotation. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS005 highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at the price point.

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