Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown - Black PVDvsTissot Seastar 1000

The Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown - Black PVD is widely praised for its refined case finishing, including polished chamfers and brushed lugs, and its comfortable, wearable 39mm size. Reviewers highlight its clean dial design and excellent legibility, with some noting improved legibility from larger lume-filled markers. The functional internal bezel, operated by a non-screw-down crown, is a key feature for dive timing. The watch utilizes a Miyota 9039 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve and hacking seconds. One reviewer found the 4 o'clock crown for time setting to be fiddly, and another noted the sapphire crystal can be somewhat reflective. The price is cited as €550 or €650 (ex VAT). On balance, reviewers commend the Baltic Aquascaphe Dual-Crown - Black PVD for its vintage-inspired aesthetic combined with modern build quality and wearability at its price point.

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 for its value, solid build, and 300m water resistance, with reviewers highlighting its comfortable wearability and affordable price point for a sporty diver. Some owners find the bezel difficult to use and note glare from the crystal, while others criticize the lume and bracelet quality, with one owner describing the clasp as flimsy. Accuracy figures for the quartz models are excellent, and the Powermatic 80 movement is considered reliable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 highly for its strong value proposition as a sporty, affordable everyday watch.