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Baltic Scalegraph ClassicvsTissot Desir

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Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712
Desir
TissotDesir
MSRP $550

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Desir28mm
Power Reserve
Scalegraph Classic63h
Desir40h
Water Resistance
Scalegraph Classic50m
Desir50m
MSRP
Scalegraph Classic$1,712
Desir$550

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
28mm
Thickness
13.5mm
7.68mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
28mm
Lug Width
20mm
4.95mm

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Panda
White mother-of-pearl
Indices
Applied
Diamonds
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510-M
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
63h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,712
$550

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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.

Tissot Desir

The Tissot Desir is praised for its slim profile, mother of pearl dial, and understated design, making it an elegant and versatile dress watch. One owner finds the Tissot Desir a lovely watch. However, the border of the face is a glitter strip, not pavé stones as some might assume. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Desir highly for its elegant and versatile dress watch qualities.

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