Which is cheaper, the Baltic Scalegraph Classic or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

At MSRP the Traska Seafarer Charcoal is the cheaper of the two at $665, against $1,712 for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic — a $1,047 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic Scalegraph Classic or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal wears larger at 40mm versus 39.5mm for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic Scalegraph Classic or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal is rated to 150m versus 50m for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic Scalegraph Classic or the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Baltic Scalegraph Classic carries a 63-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the Traska Seafarer Charcoal.

What movement does the Baltic Scalegraph Classic run compared to the Traska Seafarer Charcoal?

The Baltic Scalegraph Classic runs a manual caliber (Sellita SW510-M), while the Traska Seafarer Charcoal runs a automatic (9039).

Side by side

Baltic Scalegraph ClassicvsTraska Seafarer Charcoal

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Baltic Scalegraph Classic

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MSRP $1,712

Traska Seafarer Charcoal

SEA-BLK-V3

MSRP $665

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Scalegraph Classic39.5mm

Seafarer Charcoal40mm

Power Reserve

Scalegraph Classic63h

Seafarer Charcoal42h

Water Resistance

Scalegraph Classic50m

Seafarer Charcoal150m

MSRP

Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Seafarer Charcoal$665

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Underside

Dial Color

Panda

White

Lume

BGW9

Super-LumiNova BGW9

Movement

5 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW510-M

9039

Type

Manual

Automatic

Power Reserve

63h

42h

Jewels

Complications

None

Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,712

$665

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What people say

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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.

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Traska Seafarer Charcoal

The Traska Seafarer Charcoal's notable strength is its refined finishing, which elevates it from a field watch to a luxury-like piece. A shared weakness is the dim lume, which may be a drawback for those who value nighttime visibility. Reviewers disagree on the watch's build, with one reviewer noting a more substantial build and larger case size, while the other does not mention this feature.

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