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Baltic MR ClassicvsLongines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

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MR Classic
BalticMR Classic
MSRP $589
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC
LonginesFLAGSHIP CLASSIC
MSRP $1,800

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic36mm
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC26mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic42h
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC45h
Water Resistance
MR Classic30m
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC30m
MSRP
MR Classic$589
FLAGSHIP CLASSIC$1,800

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
26mm
Thickness
9mm
7.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
32.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Underside
Dial Color
Blue
Silver
Indices
Applied
Applied indexes
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
L592.5
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$1,800

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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.

Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC

Owners widely praise the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC for its vintage-inspired design, impressive finishing for the price, and classic 38.5mm size, with many highlighting its slim and accurate movement. Some owners appreciate the rice grain bracelet and versatility for daily wear, while others single out the elegant hands and small seconds subdial. A few reviewers note the 3-bar water resistance and closed case back as potential drawbacks, and one owner finds the 12.4mm thickness and flat caseback make it wear tall. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines FLAGSHIP CLASSIC highly for its exceptional value and classic aesthetic.

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