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Baltic MR ClassicvsBrew Super Metric

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

MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589
Super Metric
BrewSuper Metric
MSRP $475

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
Super Metric36mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
Super Metric
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
Super Metric50m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
Super Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
9mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19.85mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Fine-Texture
Indices
Applied

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
VK68
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$475

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Brew Super Metric

Owners widely praise the Brew Super Metric's unique, asymmetrical, and colorful 70s-inspired design, with many appreciating its finishing and dial details for the price. Some owners find the integrated bracelet can be a hair-puller, and the watch wears larger than its 36mm dimensions due to the square case and bracelet. The lume is noted as weak, and some find the dial graphics busy, though others love the colorful, essence-keeping 2.0 design. On balance, owners rate the Brew Super Metric highly for its distinctive style and value, with many finding it a fun and comfortable daily wearer.

From video reviewers

The Brew Super Metric's Meca-Quartz Chrono functionality is one of the best the reviewer has seen. The watch's unique design is a key part of its charm. The Seiko meca-quartz caliber contributes to its value for the price. The lume could be improved, as it's not as bright as some other watches in its class. The price may not be the cheapest option in its class.

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