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Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsGrand Seiko STGF359

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Aquascaphe MK2
BalticAquascaphe MK2
MSRP $680
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe MK237mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe MK242h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe MK2200m
STGF359100m
MSRP
Aquascaphe MK2$680
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
37mm
28.9mm
Thickness
12.9mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
35.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
4J52
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$680
$2,600

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is widely praised for its refined case design, improved lume with applied markers, and added crown guards, presenting a sharper and more purposeful neo-retro dive watch. Owners and reviewers highlight its updated technical and design elements, including a fully graduated sapphire bezel and two case size options (37mm and 39.5mm), all while maintaining a reasonable price point. Some find the design derivative or less cohesive than its predecessor, with one owner noting the long, straight lugs as a significant drawback, while others appreciate the dial texture and case profile. The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is powered by the Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 highly for its value and contemporary updates to a tool-watch heritage.

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.

Grand Seiko STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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