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Baltic Aquascaphe ClassicvsanOrdain Model 1

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Aquascaphe Classic
BalticAquascaphe Classic
MSRP $648
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Classic39mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Classic42h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Classic200m
Model 150m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Classic$648
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
39mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
49mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black Gilt
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$3,804

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What people say

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Baltic Aquascaphe Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic for its vintage-inspired design, comfortable 39mm wearability, and attractive blue sunburst dial with gold indices. Some owners note a hollow feeling and slight bezel play, while others point to rough case edges and sharp lugs. The faux vintage lume is considered weak by some, and the dial can appear dark without direct light due to limited anti-reflective coating. Accuracy is generally found to be good. On balance, owners rate the Baltic Aquascaphe Classic highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wear at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe Classic is praised for its exceptional value and unique aesthetic. The watch's bezel action is somewhat stiff and could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's water resistance, with one reviewer finding it unimpressive compared to other dive watches in its price range, while others do not mention any specific issues.

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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