Beaufort SeatrekkervsNezumi Studios Baleine

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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.

Beaufort Seatrekker at true scale

Seatrekker

Nezumi Studios Baleine at true scale

Baleine

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

12.6mm

12.1mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

42h

42h

MSRP

$345

lowest

$821

Movement

Miyota 9039

Miyota 9039

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
12.55mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
C3 Super-LumiNova applied to indices and hands for low-light readability.
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
42hh

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$821
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Reviews

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

Beaufort Seatrekker

The Beaufort Seatrekker is praised for its sharp case, intriguing dégradé dial, and good value around €600. One owner found the included TPU strap fit problematic, noting that an optional steel bracelet significantly improved wearability and perceived quality. The watch ran at +5-10 seconds per day during testing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Beaufort Seatrekker highly for its case finishing and dial design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is a strength. The lume brightness was not agreed upon.

Nezumi Studios Baleine

Owners widely praise the Nezumi Studios Baleine for its stylish design updates, comfortable 40mm case size, and the soft feel of its strap, with one owner noting its striking appearance garners significant attention. Reviewers highlight its exceptional value, with the automatic version priced competitively, and appreciate the coin-edged bezel action. The watch features a boxed sapphire crystal, signed crown, buckle, and case back, and a textured matte black dial with applied numerals filled with warm-toned lume. Accuracy figures for the Miyota 9039 movement are stated as -10/+30 seconds per day, though actual performance is expected to be better, with one owner reporting initial fast running that settled. Some owners find the 40mm size ideal, while one wished for a smaller case. The gold DLC coating is a matter of personal preference, though it is acknowledged to be eye-catching. The included leather strap did not hold up well to sunscreen for one owner.

From video reviewers

The cohesive, original vintage-inspired design is the primary strength. Lume performance is a weakness.