Which is cheaper, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 003 is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $850 for the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss — a $434 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss wears larger at 43mm versus 36mm for the Baltic HMS 003 — a 7mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

The Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss is rated to 300m versus 50m for the Baltic HMS 003.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic HMS 003 or the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

The Baltic HMS 003 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss.

What movement does the Baltic HMS 003 run compared to the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic HMS 003 uses the Miyota 8315 and the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss uses the Sellita SW200-1.

Side by side

Baltic HMS 003vsSpinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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

Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

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MSRP $850

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

HMS 00336mm

Tesei Bronze Swiss43mm

Power Reserve

HMS 00360h

Tesei Bronze Swiss40h

Water Resistance

HMS 00350m

Tesei Bronze Swiss300m

MSRP

HMS 003$416

Tesei Bronze Swiss$850

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Hesalite

Sapphire

Dial Color

Blue Gilt

Green

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8315

Sellita SW200-1

Power Reserve

60h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$416

$850

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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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Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss

Owners praise the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss for its incredible macro-level detail and sharp design, noting its bronze case, ceramic bezel, and wave dial. The inclusion of a Sellita SW200 Swiss movement is highlighted. One owner expressed a desire for a smaller 39-40mm variant, stating it would be their ultimate bronze diver if such a size were offered. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Tesei Bronze Swiss highly for its detailed finishing and bronze diver aesthetic.

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