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Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsVenezianico Nereide Aureo 39

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Aquascaphe MK2
BalticAquascaphe MK2
MSRP $680
Nereide Aureo 39
VenezianicoNereide Aureo 39
MSRP $1,000

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aquascaphe MK237mm
Nereide Aureo 3939mm
Power Reserve
Aquascaphe MK242h
Nereide Aureo 3940h
Water Resistance
Aquascaphe MK2200m
Nereide Aureo 39200m
MSRP
Aquascaphe MK2$680
Nereide Aureo 39$1,000

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
37mm
39mm
Thickness
12.9mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
45.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$680
$1,000

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What people say

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Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is widely praised for its refined case design, improved lume with applied markers, and added crown guards, presenting a sharper and more purposeful neo-retro dive watch. Owners and reviewers highlight its updated technical and design elements, including a fully graduated sapphire bezel and two case size options (37mm and 39.5mm), all while maintaining a reasonable price point. Some find the design derivative or less cohesive than its predecessor, with one owner noting the long, straight lugs as a significant drawback, while others appreciate the dial texture and case profile. The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is powered by the Miyota 9039 movement with a 42-hour power reserve and offers 200m water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 highly for its value and contemporary updates to a tool-watch heritage.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 features 3D Super-LumiNova indexes for improved legibility. A notable weakness is the lack of lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer noting a 41mm stainless steel case is comfortable for everyday wear, while the other mentions 37mm and 39.5mm case sizes are available.

Venezianico Nereide Aureo 39

The Venezianico Nereide is praised for its handsome design and good value, featuring a tungsten bezel insert and a sparkling aventurine dial. Owners note the optical glass bezel offers less glare than ceramic. The stock rubber strap is described as stiff, and the Canova bracelet lacks a half-link for fine adjustment. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Venezianico Nereide offers good case finishing for its price point, making it a compelling entry-level mechanical diver-style watch.

From video reviewers

The 24k gold dial is a standout feature. The lume brightness is a potential drawback. Reviewers disagree on whether the unique design and features justify the price point.

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