Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsChristopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 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.
Aquascaphe MK2
C60 Trident GMT 300
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
47.5mm
Thickness
12.9mm
11.7mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
300m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
56h
highest
MSRP
$680
lowest
$1,450
Movement
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW330-2
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
5 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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.
Owners widely praise the Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 300's build quality and finishing, considering it a strong alternative to established Swiss brands, and appreciate its comfortable 40mm sizing and fantastic lume. The Sellita SW330-2 movement is noted as slim for a GMT, with one owner reporting accuracy of approximately +5 seconds per week. Some owners dislike the older Bader bracelet and desire better anti-reflective coating, while one reviewer wishes for a higher-spec movement and an updated handset. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Christopher Ward C60 Trident GMT 300 highly for its exceptional build quality and finishing at its price point.
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