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Baltic MR ClassicvsTimefactors PRS-57

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MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589
PRS-57
TimefactorsPRS-57
MSRP $1,268
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.

Timefactors PRS-57

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS for its 40mm sizing and sapphire crystal. The lume is described as decent when fully charged, glowing dimly for at least twenty minutes. Some owners find the watch's minute hand less striking than its nickname suggests and feel it resembles a vintage Rolex homage without direct copying. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors PRS highly for its comfortable 40mm wearability and sapphire crystal at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
PRS-5740mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
PRS-5762h
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
PRS-57100m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
PRS-57$1,268

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Lume
None
SuperLuminova X1-C3

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
Sellita SW510
Power Reserve
42h
62h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$1,268
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