Depancel AutosportvsBaltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD is praised for its striking gold PVD coating and black dial, evoking a vintage aesthetic, and offers remarkable value. Owners widely report a beautiful dial and design. However, one owner found the quality poor, citing a plastic-like crystal, audible rattling, and significant timekeeping issues within 24 hours, feeling it was overpriced at $350. Another commenter suggested upgrades to the movement and crystal are needed, noting a cheap feel to the dial's textured section. The watch lacks lume and has a 30m water resistance rating. The 38mm wide case measures 13mm thick with a 47mm lug-to-lug. Some find the proportions odd in person, with a squared-off, un-beveled bezel resembling a thick washer, and the bracelet is noted as being prone to scratches. On balance, owners rate the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD highly for its dial and design at the price, despite some quality concerns raised by a few.