Which is cheaper, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Monta Noble Voyager?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 003 is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $2,150 for the Monta Noble Voyager — a $1,734 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Monta Noble Voyager?

The Monta Noble Voyager wears larger at 38.5mm versus 36mm for the Baltic HMS 003 — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Monta Noble Voyager?

The Monta Noble Voyager is rated to 152m versus 50m for the Baltic HMS 003.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Monta Noble Voyager?

The Baltic HMS 003 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Monta Noble Voyager.

What movement does the Baltic HMS 003 run compared to the Monta Noble Voyager?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic HMS 003 uses the Miyota 8315 and the Monta Noble Voyager uses the Monta M-23.

Side by side

Baltic HMS 003vsMonta Noble Voyager

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

Baltic HMS 003

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MSRP $416

Monta Noble Voyager

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MSRP $2,150

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

HMS 00336mm

Noble Voyager38.5mm

Power Reserve

HMS 00360h

Noble Voyager40h

Water Resistance

HMS 00350m

Noble Voyager152m

MSRP

HMS 003$416

Noble Voyager$2,150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Hesalite

Sapphire

Dial Color

Blue Gilt

Green

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8315

Monta M-23

Power Reserve

60h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$416

$2,150

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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.

Baltic HMS 003

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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Monta Noble Voyager

The Monta Noble Voyager is a refined GMT watch praised for its elegant styling and compact 38.5mm steel case. Owners and reviewers note its comfortable three-link bracelet and a dressier aesthetic compared to other Monta GMTs. The watch utilizes a Sellita SW330-2 movement and offers 150 meters of water resistance. Some find the "caller" GMT functionality and numeral placement on the 24-hour scale less ideal for readability, with one owner questioning its value proposition at the $2,150 pre-order price. Overall, the consensus is that the Monta Noble Voyager is a well-executed GMT with elegant styling, though its specific GMT implementation and price point are points of discussion.

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