Which is cheaper, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Baltic HMS 003?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 003 is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $650 for the Dryden Pathfinder — a $234 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Dryden Pathfinder wears larger at 41mm versus 36mm for the Baltic HMS 003 — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Dryden Pathfinder is rated to 201m versus 50m for the Baltic HMS 003.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Dryden Pathfinder or the Baltic HMS 003?

The Baltic HMS 003 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Dryden Pathfinder.

What movement does the Dryden Pathfinder run compared to the Baltic HMS 003?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Dryden Pathfinder uses the Miyota 9015 and the Baltic HMS 003 uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Dryden PathfindervsBaltic HMS 003

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Dryden Pathfinder

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MSRP $650

Baltic HMS 003

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MSRP $416

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Pathfinder41mm

HMS 00336mm

Power Reserve

Pathfinder40h

HMS 00360h

Water Resistance

Pathfinder201m

HMS 00350m

MSRP

Pathfinder$650

HMS 003$416

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Hesalite

Dial Color

Steel

Blue Gilt

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9015

Miyota 8315

Power Reserve

40h

60h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$650

$416

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

The Baltic HMS 003 is widely praised for its vintage charm, featuring a three-dimensional sector dial with a deep blue and gilt color scheme, heat-treated blue hands, and varied textures. Owners and reviewers highlight its 36.5mm case size, high-dome crystal, and Beads of Rice bracelet as particularly appealing. The Miyota 8315 automatic movement provides a 60-hour power reserve and stop-seconds function. One owner notes the domed hesalite crystal is prone to scratching. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic HMS 003 highly for its unbelievably gorgeous design and vintage aesthetic at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic HMS 003's downsized case to 36.5mm is a significant strength, making it a genuinely vintage-sized watch. A notable trade-off is the relatively thin lume on the watch, which is 'not the brightest' but still functional. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall build quality, with one reviewer stating it has "better finishing" than the previous model, while another reviewer notes that specific details about the watch's finishing, indexes, or overall build quality are not mentioned.

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