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Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-CrownvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Aquascaphe Dual-Crown
BalticAquascaphe Dual-Crown
MSRP $724
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown39mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown200m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Dual-Crown$724
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Crown - Black
Black
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$724
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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