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Baltic MR RoulettevsSeiko Prospex Land Mechanical GMT

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What people say

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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.

Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical GMT

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical GMT for its faithful reconstruction of a classic design, comfortable bracelet, and attractive gray dial with a bubbly crystal. Reviewers highlight its handsome everyday sports watch appeal, solid specifications, and classic Seiko diver aesthetics, offering great value. However, community members are divided on the 6R movement's accuracy, with some reporting significant deviations even after regulation, while others find it competitive for the price. A point of contention is the GMT function, with some wishing for a "flyer" style local jump GMT instead of the "caller" type, and the internal compass bezel is described as finicky and difficult to read. Owners generally consider the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical GMT overpriced at its retail price, suggesting better value is found on sale or closer to $700.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
Prospex Land Mechanical GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
Prospex Land Mechanical GMT72h
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
Prospex Land Mechanical GMT200m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
Prospex Land Mechanical GMT$1,150

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
9mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46.4mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou 5000A
Seiko 6R54
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
$1,150
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