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Baltic MR RoulettevsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
36mm
38.5mm
Thickness
9mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Platinum

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou CAL5000a Micro-rotor
9R02
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
42h
84h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
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