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RZE UrbanistvsBaltic Scalegraph Classic

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

Urbanist
RZEUrbanist
MSRP $299
Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Urbanist36mm
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Power Reserve
Urbanist40h
Scalegraph Classic63h
Water Resistance
Urbanist100m
Scalegraph Classic50m
MSRP
Urbanist$299
Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
36mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
42mm
47mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Panda
Lume
None
BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Sellita SW510-M
Type
Quartz
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
63h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$1,712

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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RZE Urbanist

The RZE Urbanist is widely praised as a fantastic, lightweight, "grab and go" everyday watch. Owners highlight its durable titanium case with scratch-resistant coatings and sapphire crystal. The solar movement is noted for keeping good time and is guaranteed for life. Production models feature a push-in crown, a change from earlier screw-down versions. Overall, owners rate the RZE Urbanist highly for its durable, lightweight titanium construction and reliable solar movement.

From video reviewers

The RZE Urbanist features a Japanese movement for accurate timekeeping and reliable performance. The watch's lume brightness is a shared weakness, with both reviewers noting it could be improved. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer considering it a 'great value' for the price, while the other highlights its solar power feature as a significant strength.

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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