Which is cheaper, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $680 for the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 — a $255 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2vsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

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MSRP $680

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Aquascaphe MK237mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Aquascaphe MK242h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Aquascaphe MK2200m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Aquascaphe MK2$680

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Blue

Dollar Diver

Lume

BGW9

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$680

$425

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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