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Baltic HMS 002 - Gold PVDvsMakydo Contour

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HMS 002 - Gold PVD
BalticHMS 002 - Gold PVD
MSRP $416
Contour
MakydoContour
What people say

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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.

Makydo Contour

Owners widely praise the Makydo Contour Carrara for its asymmetrical case shape and elegant, classy design, deeming it suitable for dressier and formal occasions. Some owners find the included leather strap more fitting for such events. Several commenters, however, question its value, stating it is too expensive at €587.39. On balance, owners appreciate the Makydo Contour's distinctive design, though a segment of the community finds the price point prohibitive.

From video reviewers

The Makydo Contour is praised for its comfortable fit due to its slim case and compact lug-to-lug. The Miyota 9015/9039 automatic movement is considered reliable for the price point. The 30-meter water resistance is a noted limitation.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HMS 002 - Gold PVD38mm
Contour37mm
Power Reserve
HMS 002 - Gold PVD60h
Contour
Water Resistance
HMS 002 - Gold PVD50m
Contour30m
MSRP
HMS 002 - Gold PVD$416
Contour

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Hesalite
Sapphire
Dial Color
Gold PVD - Black
Brown

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8315
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$416
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