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Baltic Scalegraph ClassicvsVario 1918 Medic Brass

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Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712
1918 Medic Brass
Vario1918 Medic Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
1918 Medic Brass40mm
Power Reserve
Scalegraph Classic63h
1918 Medic Brass40h
Water Resistance
Scalegraph Classic50m
1918 Medic Brass100m
MSRP
Scalegraph Classic$1,712
1918 Medic Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Panda
White
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510-M
Seiko NH38A
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
63h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,712
$388

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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.

Vario 1918 Medic Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its crisp enamel dial, easy-to-read numerals, and cathedral hands, noting the brass case develops an attractive patina over time. However, the soft brass scratches easily, and one owner found the lume to be poor. Accuracy varies, with one example running slow by about 10 seconds per day and another owner deeming the Miyota 82s5 movement just okay. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its unique dial and the evolving character of its brass case.

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