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Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVDvsOrient Classic Watch

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What people say

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Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

One owner reported poor quality with a plastic-like crystal, audible rattling, and significant timekeeping issues within 24 hours, deeming the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD overpriced. Another commenter felt the design needed upgrades to its movement and crystal, noting a cheap feel to the dial's textured section. On balance, the consensus among the limited owner feedback is that the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD has significant quality concerns for its price point.

Orient Classic Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient Classic Watch for its excellent fit and finish, polished look suitable for suits, and classy signed crown. The modern 40mm case size and retro styling are appreciated, allowing it to blend well with any outfit without being ostentatious. The crown is not screw-down but operates smoothly. Overall, owners consider the Orient Classic Watch a well-built, ideal suit watch that they would buy again.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HMS 002 - Gold PVD38mm
Classic Watch40mm
Power Reserve
HMS 002 - Gold PVD60h
Classic Watch40h
Water Resistance
HMS 002 - Gold PVD50m
Classic Watch100m
MSRP
HMS 002 - Gold PVD$416
Classic Watch$245

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
11.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Mineral
Dial Color
Gold PVD - Black
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
60h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$416
$245
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