Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsChristopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 at true scale

Aquascaphe MK2

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 at true scale

C60 Trident Pro 300

Diameter

37mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

lowest

47.5mm

Thickness

12.9mm

11.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

highest

38h

MSRP

$680

lowest

$1,095

Movement

Miyota 9039

Sellita SW200-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
47.45mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
n/a
Applied
Lume
BGW9
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW200-1
Beat Rate
0 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
0
26
Complications
None
Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$680
$1,095
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 for its refined case design, improved finishing, and value, with many highlighting the added crown guards and Maxi Dial as significant upgrades. Reviewers note the collection's contemporary updates, including a reworked bezel and applied markers, striking a balance between modern practicality and vintage aesthetics. Some owners find the long, straight lugs a drawback, and one owner reported disappointing accuracy averaging +10.5 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 highly for its enhanced design and build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 features 3D Super-LumiNova indexes for improved legibility. A notable weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer noting a 41mm stainless steel case is comfortable for everyday wear, while the other mentions 37mm and 39.5mm case sizes are available.

Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300

Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 for its exceptional finishing, particularly the "Light Catcher" case which beautifully plays with light, and the comfortable bracelet featuring a quick-adjust system. Reviewers and owners highlight the ceramic bezel's 120 clicks and premium feel, the dial's finishing with applied indexes, and the impressive lume. The crown operation is noted as premium with no wobble. Some owners find the 40mm case wears small, especially on a rubber strap. The Sellita SW200-1 movement has an advertised accuracy of -/+ 20 seconds per day and a 38-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 highly for its build quality and finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's improved proportions and balanced design are praised. The bezel action is noted as smooth and precise. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition, with one seeing it as a benchmark for quality at its price, while another considers it expensive compared to mainstream Swiss divers.

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