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Baltic MR RoulettevsRolex 1908

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

MR Roulette
BalticMR Roulette
MSRP $545
1908
Rolex1908
MSRP $28,850
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 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.

Rolex 1908

Owners widely praise the Rolex 1908 for its slim 39mm case, elegant design, and display caseback showcasing the automatic caliber 7140. Reviewers note its half-domed, half-fluted bezel and 50m water resistance. However, a significant number of owners and reviewers question the Rolex 1908's value proposition, citing its high price point and comparing it unfavorably to competitors, with some suggesting it is overpriced. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Rolex 1908 a visually appealing dress watch but are divided on its value relative to its cost.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
190839mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
190867h
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
190850m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
1908$28,850

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Thickness
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18kt Yellow Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Index

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
7140
Power Reserve
42h
67h
Jewels
25
38
Complications
None
Small Seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
$28,850
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