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Baltic MR RoulettevsPompeak Gentlemen's Classic

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What people say

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Baltic MR Roulette

The Baltic MR Roulette is praised for its vintage-inspired roulette dial with multi-sector, multi-layer, and asymmetrical design, and faceted dauphine hands. Reviewers highlight the dial's depth created by contrasting textures like circular brushing and glossy or grained sectors, and the 36mm case's vertical bezel brushing and polished lugs. The watch uses a Hangzhou micro-rotor movement. However, reviewers note the micro-rotor movement can feel rattly and loose, producing a jangly sound when tapped. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Baltic MR Roulette's distinctive dial design and vintage aesthetic, despite the noted movement characteristics.

From video reviewers

The MR Roulette's excellent finishing, particularly on the case and the bezel, is a notable strength. The bracelet's noise when moved around is a shared weakness. Reviewers do not explicitly disagree on any specific point.

Pompeak Gentlemen's Classic

Owners widely praise Pompeak for its sturdiness and attractive appearance, with one owner reporting it still looks "pretty perfect" after four years and is a "great buy." The dial texture is also noted as appealing. However, one owner finds the £355 price point high for a Miyota 82S5 movement, suggesting it is overpriced compared to competitors. Overall, owners rate Pompeak highly for its appealing design and perceived durability at the price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
Gentlemen's Classic40mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
Gentlemen's Classic41h
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
Gentlemen's Classic100m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
Gentlemen's Classic$511

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
0mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou 5000A
Miyota 82S5
Power Reserve
42h
41h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
$511
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