Which is cheaper, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 003 is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $6,200 for the Grand Seiko SBGH263 — a $5,784 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 wears larger at 39.5mm versus 36mm for the Baltic HMS 003 — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Baltic HMS 003 is rated to 50m versus 30m for the Grand Seiko SBGH263.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

The Baltic HMS 003 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 55 hours on the Grand Seiko SBGH263.

What movement does the Baltic HMS 003 run compared to the Grand Seiko SBGH263?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic HMS 003 uses the Miyota 8315 and the Grand Seiko SBGH263 uses the 9S85.

Side by side

Baltic HMS 003vsGrand Seiko SBGH263

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

Baltic HMS 003

hms-003-blue-gilt

MSRP $416

Grand Seiko SBGH263

sbgh263g

MSRP $6,200

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

HMS 00336mm

SBGH26339.5mm

Power Reserve

HMS 00360h

SBGH26355h

Water Resistance

HMS 00350m

SBGH26330m

MSRP

HMS 003$416

SBGH263$6,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal

Hesalite

Sapphire

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Blue Gilt

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8315

9S85

Power Reserve

60h

55h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$416

$6,200

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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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Grand Seiko SBGH263

The Grand Seiko SBGH263 is praised for its excellent finishing for the price, with reviewers comparing it to Jaeger-LeCoultre. Owners and reviewers highlight the stunning 'Shironeri' dial and gold hands/numerals, and the 39.5mm case size is considered a perfect fit, referencing vintage Grand Seiko models. The watch features a 55-hour power reserve from its 36,000 BPH movement, though one reviewer felt the date aperture was unnecessary. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH263 highly for its exceptional dial and finishing at its price point.

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