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Baltic Aquascaphe ClassicvsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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Aquascaphe Classic
BalticAquascaphe Classic
MSRP $648
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe Classic39mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe Classic42h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe Classic200m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Aquascaphe Classic$648
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black Gilt
Bronze
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$399

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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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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