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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsBaltic Scalegraph Classic

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

Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Scalegraph Classic63h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Scalegraph Classic50m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Sport
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.5mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Panda
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
Sellita SW510-M
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
63h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$1,712

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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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