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Baltic MR ClassicvsOrient Symphony IV

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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 MR Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic MR Classic's attractive dial with applied Breguet numerals and granular texture, noting it looks far more expensive than its price. Reviewers highlight the refined, dressy aesthetic and the visually appealing micro-rotor movement. Some owners report precise time-setting and a smooth winding action. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner seeing +1 second per day and another averaging +10 seconds per day. Concerns exist regarding the gold PVD finish's durability, with reports of wear from strap friction. The 36mm case is described as small, and some find the bezel chunky and the watch's overall height significant. The Chinese Hangzhou micro-rotor movement is noted as potentially noisy and difficult for local repair, though Baltic's customer service and warranty are praised. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic MR Classic highly for its dressy aesthetic and dial finishing at its price point.

Orient Symphony IV

Owners widely praise the Orient Symphony IV for its exceptional value, in-house movement, and sapphire crystal. The watch is noted for its refined look and feel, with owners finding it wears smaller than its case size suggests and offers excellent band customization options. One owner reports accuracy of approximately -20 seconds per day, while another notes the bracelet is not ideal. Some owners expressed a desire for smaller case size options and preferred darker dials over the all-silver variant. Overall, owners rate the Orient Symphony IV highly for its value and refined appearance at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
Symphony IV41.6mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
Symphony IV40h
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
Symphony IV50m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
Symphony IV$325

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
41.6mm
Thickness
9mm
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Champagne

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$325
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