Which is cheaper, the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered or the Baltic Scalegraph Classic?

At MSRP the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered is the cheaper of the two at $790, against $1,712 for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic — a $922 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered or the Baltic Scalegraph Classic?

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered wears larger at 42mm versus 39.5mm for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic — a 2.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered or the Baltic Scalegraph Classic?

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Baltic Scalegraph Classic.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered or the Baltic Scalegraph Classic?

The Baltic Scalegraph Classic carries a 63-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered.

What movement does the Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered run compared to the Baltic Scalegraph Classic?

The Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered runs a automatic caliber (Miyota 9039), while the Baltic Scalegraph Classic runs a manual (Sellita SW510-M).

Side by side

Gruppo Gamma Vanguard WeatheredvsBaltic Scalegraph Classic

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

Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

av-10

MSRP $790

Baltic Scalegraph Classic

scalegraph-classic-panda

MSRP $1,712

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Vanguard Weathered42mm

Scalegraph Classic39.5mm

Power Reserve

Vanguard Weathered42h

Scalegraph Classic63h

Water Resistance

Vanguard Weathered100m

Scalegraph Classic50m

MSRP

Vanguard Weathered$790

Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Forged Carbon

Panda

Lume

Super-LumiNova

BGW9

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Sellita SW510-M

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

42h

63h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$790

$1,712

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What people say

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Gruppo Gamma Vanguard Weathered

The satin-finished steel case is well-executed and aesthetically pleasing. The watch's lumières de nuit are not particularly bright, which might be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the watch's originality, with one reviewer finding it pleasing in-person and another describing it as decidedly derivative.

Baltic Scalegraph Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Scalegraph Classic for its stunning retro racing design, detailed dial, and 39.5mm case size, with many finding it offers excellent value. However, some owners report issues with finishing and fit, describing the watches as light or "toylike," while others find the finishing comparable to higher-end brands. Reviewers and owners alike criticize the screw-down chronograph pushers as finicky and impractical, especially given the 100m water resistance which some feel is conceptually incongruent with its rally timer purpose. One owner experienced misaligned bezel markers and moisture ingress after pool use, leading to a return. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Baltic Scalegraph Classic's aesthetic and value proposition, though practical usability concerns regarding the chronograph pushers and isolated quality control issues are noted.

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