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Baltic MR Classic - Gold PVDvsPhoibos Argo

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MR Classic - Gold PVD
BalticMR Classic - Gold PVD
MSRP $589
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Classic - Gold PVD36mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
MR Classic - Gold PVD42h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
MR Classic - Gold PVD30m
Argo200m
MSRP
MR Classic - Gold PVD$589
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
9mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Gold PVD - Black
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
SII NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$589
$345

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What people say

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Baltic MR Classic - Gold PVD

Owners widely report the Baltic MR Classic - Gold PVD's movement winds smoothly, and the 36mm case, while small, does not feel cheap. Reviewers note the gold PVD coating, paired with black dials and applied Breguet numerals, evokes a vintage aesthetic. One owner points out the acrylic crystal, while another reviewer flags the Hangzhou micro-rotor movement as rattly and loose on the wrist. The movement features a gold-toned rotor, blue screws, and pink jewels, and the case has vertical brushing on the bezel and circular brushing on the lugs. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Baltic MR Classic - Gold PVD's vintage aesthetic and smooth winding action, despite some concerns about the micro-rotor movement's rattle.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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