Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD?

At MSRP the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD is the cheaper of the two at $416, against $995 for the Astor + Banks Terra Scout — a $579 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD?

The Astor + Banks Terra Scout wears larger at 38.5mm versus 38mm for the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD?

The Astor + Banks Terra Scout is rated to 201m versus 50m for the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Terra Scout or the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD?

The Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Terra Scout.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Terra Scout run compared to the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Astor + Banks Terra Scout uses the La Joux-Perret G100 and the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Astor + Banks Terra ScoutvsBaltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

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

Astor + Banks Terra Scout

terra-scout

MSRP $995

Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

hms-002-gold-pvd-black

MSRP $416

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Terra Scout38.5mm

HMS 002 - Gold PVD38mm

Power Reserve

Terra Scout40h

HMS 002 - Gold PVD60h

Water Resistance

Terra Scout201m

HMS 002 - Gold PVD50m

MSRP

Terra Scout$995

HMS 002 - Gold PVD$416

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Hesalite

Dial Color

Black

Gold PVD - Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G100

Miyota 8315

Power Reserve

40h

60h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$995

$416

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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.

Astor + Banks Terra Scout

Owners praise the Astor + Banks Terra Scout for its compelling value and well-executed sandwich dial. The watch features a La Joux-Perret G100 movement regulated to +/- 8 seconds per day with a 68-hour power reserve, and offers 200 meters of water resistance within a compact 38.5mm case. Some reviewers noted a desire for a no-date configuration. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Astor + Banks Terra Scout a well-priced and compelling field-style watch.

From video reviewers

The watch's classic proportions meeting modern aesthetics result in a solid and substantial feel. The layered sandwich dial with a dedicated minute track is a thoughtful execution of the brand's design language. The watch's water-resistance is not mentioned, potentially leaving users uncertain about its capabilities.

Hodinkee

Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD

One owner reported poor quality with a plastic-like crystal, audible rattling, and significant timekeeping issues within 24 hours, deeming the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD overpriced. Another commenter felt the design needed upgrades to its movement and crystal, noting a cheap feel to the dial's textured section. On balance, the consensus among the limited owner feedback is that the Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVD has significant quality concerns for its price point.

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