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Seestern S456 GMTvsBaltic Scalegraph Classic

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S456 GMT
SeesternS456 GMT
MSRP $299
Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Seestern S456 GMT

Owners widely praise the Seestern S456 GMT for its exceptional value and finishing that exceeds expectations, with one owner noting its accuracy surpasses that of their Seiko 5. The dial displays a pearl-like rainbow effect. Some owners would prefer a bidirectional bezel over the current unidirectional one. The Seestern S456 GMT features an NH34 movement, a 39.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and an adjustable clasp. On balance, owners rate the Seestern S456 GMT highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features stunning, detailed finishing that is difficult to top. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Baltic Scalegraph Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Scalegraph Classic for its stunning retro racing design, detailed dial, and 39.5mm case size, with many finding it offers excellent value. However, some owners report issues with finishing and fit, describing the watches as light or "toylike," while others find the finishing comparable to higher-end brands. Reviewers and owners alike criticize the screw-down chronograph pushers as finicky and impractical, especially given the 100m water resistance which some feel is conceptually incongruent with its rally timer purpose. One owner experienced misaligned bezel markers and moisture ingress after pool use, leading to a return. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Baltic Scalegraph Classic's aesthetic and value proposition, though practical usability concerns regarding the chronograph pushers and isolated quality control issues are noted.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
S456 GMT41mm
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Power Reserve
S456 GMT41hh
Scalegraph Classic63h
Water Resistance
S456 GMT200m
Scalegraph Classic50m
MSRP
S456 GMT$299
Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
47mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Sunray style, applied and Diamond cut Indices, C1 lume
Panda
Lume
C1
BGW9

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
Sellita SW510-M
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
3 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
41hh
63h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$1,712
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