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Citizen CorsovsBaltic MR Classic

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What people say

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Citizen Corso

The Citizen Corso is widely praised for its attractive sunburst dial that catches the light well, its excellent accuracy of a few seconds per month, and its versatile, classic look suitable for various occasions. Owners appreciate the substantial feel of the metal bracelet, which features a matte finish on top with polished edges and includes two half links for adjustment, though the clasp lacks micro-adjustments. The stainless steel case and crystal are noted for their durability. Some owners find the 40mm case size less ideal for smaller wrists, and one critique mentioned the original leather bands were unpleasant, with another noting the case finish was too shiny. The Citizen Corso is powered by an Eco-Drive movement and offers day and date complications, with a lug-to-lug distance of 46mm and a bracelet tapering from 22mm to 20mm. Overall, owners rate the Citizen Corso highly for its value and attractive dial at its price point.

Baltic MR Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks far more expensive than its price. Reviewers highlight the refined, dressy aesthetic and the visually appealing micro-rotor movement. Some owners report precise time-setting and a smooth winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing +1 second per day and another averaging +10 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the gold PVD finish's durability, with reports of wear from strap friction. The 36mm case is described as small, and some find the bezel chunky and the watch's overall height significant. The Chinese Hangzhou micro-rotor movement is noted as potentially noisy and difficult for local repair, though Baltic's customer service and warranty are praised. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its dressy aesthetic and dial finishing at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Corso40mm
MR Classic36mm
Power Reserve
Corso
MR Classic42h
Water Resistance
Corso
MR Classic30m
MSRP
Corso$244
MR Classic$589

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
0mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
44mm
Water Resistance
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Hesalite
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
J165
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Type
Solar
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$244
$589
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