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Baltic Scalegraph ClassicvsSeiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

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Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial40.2mm
Power Reserve
Scalegraph Classic63h
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial72h
Water Resistance
Scalegraph Classic50m
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial100m
MSRP
Scalegraph Classic$1,712
Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial$1,650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
40.2mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Panda
Black
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510-M
6R5H
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
63h
72h
Jewels
25
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,712
$1,650

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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.

Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Presage Classic Series “Craftsmanship” Urushi Lacquer Dial for its stunning, inky black urushi lacquer dial, noting its deep visual depth and soft sheen with gold accents or Roman numerals. The 40.2mm stainless steel case, rated for 100 meters of water resistance, is considered classy and elegant, with one owner appreciating the interplay of light on the dial's textured hands and glossy second hand. The 72-hour power reserve of the 6R5H or 6R54 movement is a consistent highlight, and the accessible price point is frequently mentioned. Some owners note visible pores on the white logo and Roman numerals, and visible scratches from polishing in bright light, while one reviewer flags the GMT function's dial setting as slightly wonky. Accuracy is rated at +25 to -15 seconds per day by multiple sources.

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