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Baltic MR ClassicvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

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MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical
MSRP $995

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical39.5mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical72h
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical200m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical$995

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
9mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
44.5mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
6R55
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$995

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What people say

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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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical is praised for its visually appealing design and comfortable wearability, with owners frequently using its chronograph function for daily tasks. Reviewers note its clean dial layout and LumiBrite treated hands and markers, and one source highlights the 72-hour power reserve of the 6R55 movement. However, some owners criticize its chronograph functionality and the 24-hour subdial. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER Mechanical highly for its daily usability and refined aesthetics.

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