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Baltic MR ClassicvsTudor Pelagos Ultra

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

MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589
Pelagos Ultra
TudorPelagos Ultra
MSRP $6,900

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
Pelagos Ultra40mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
Pelagos Ultra65h
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
Pelagos Ultra1,000m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
Pelagos Ultra$6,900

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
14.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed and polished
Satin
Water Resistance
30m
1000m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
MT5612-U
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
42h
65h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$6,900

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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.

Tudor Pelagos Ultra

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is praised for its 1000 meters of water resistance, METAS-certified Calibre MT5612-U movement, and fully lumed dial and bezel. Reviewers highlight its titanium case and self-adjusting clasp as key features. The Tudor Pelagos Ultra is slightly larger at 43mm than some other models in the line but wears comfortably. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Pelagos Ultra highly for its technical specifications and comfortable wearability as a flagship dive watch.

From video reviewers

The Tudor Pelagos Ultra's all-titanium construction provides a lightweight and durable case. One weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the helium release valve is a notable feature or a drawback for a more streamlined design.

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