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Baltic Prismic StonevsZelos Helmsman 3

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Prismic Stone
BalticPrismic Stone
MSRP $1,404
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prismic Stone36mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
Prismic Stone50h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
Prismic Stone30m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
Prismic Stone$1,404
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40mm
Thickness
9.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Bloodstone
SS - Frost

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret D100
Miyota 9015
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
50h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,404
$529

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Baltic Prismic Stone

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Baltic Prismic Stone for its striking and unique natural stone dials, with specific mentions of the bloodstone and red agate variants being highlights. The watch is noted for its refined, retro dress watch aesthetic, featuring a well-finished 36mm bi-metal case combining stainless steel and titanium, and a slim profile measuring 9.2mm or 9.5mm thick. The hand-wound movement, either an ETA Peseux 7001 or a La Joux-Perret D100, is generally seen as reliable, offering a 42-hour or 50-hour power reserve respectively. However, some owners find the collection overpriced and the small, recessed crown uncomfortable for winding. The Milanese bracelet is also a point of contention, with some finding it may not articulate well for smaller wrists. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day and another around -6 seconds per day.

From video reviewers

The unique natural stone dials are a standout feature of the Baltic Prismic Stone. The slim 9mm case, constructed from stainless steel and Grade 5 titanium, is also a notable aspect. However, some buyers may find the price of €1,300 to be a trade-off, considering the watch's Swiss movement and slim profile may not justify the cost compared to competitors.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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