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Baltic MR RoulettevsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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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.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
MR Roulette36mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
MR Roulette42h
R1 Racing Chronograph
Water Resistance
MR Roulette30m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
MR Roulette$545
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Hangzhou 5000A
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$545
$499
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