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Here's the comparison review of the Baltany S4072 vs S4046. There are more subtle differences than you would initially think. But which is the best Vacheron Constantin 1921 homage?
Link to the Quartz version on their website:
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Link to the automatic version on their website:
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Link to the review of the automatic version:
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[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

I made a mistake when I said the indices on the quartz version are printed. Someone pointed out that they don't look it. So, I took a closer look and I think they are in fact engraved. Sorry about that guys.

[@springbay1]

Good comparison. If Baltany release the salmon dial in quartz, I might not be able to resist.

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@@springbay1 Cheers. Yeah a few other people have said that too.

[@TopTierTicker]

Typical, my ideal model is between the two. Quartz with a salmon dial. The applied indeces are a must for that premium look (IMO). Great comparison video mate 👏

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@@TopTierTicker I know exactly what you mean mate. I have a feeling quite a few people will feel the same way too. Thanks 👍

[@karlsenula9495]

If the silver dial had radial brushing and the numerals were subtly blue (not even necessarily heat blued) then I think I would go with the silver dial ... As they are the salmon dials numerals pop more and the radial finishing makes it grab your attention more. Once on the wrist i actually liked the look of the silver dial more.

[@karlsenula9495]

As others have said a mash up between the two would be ideal. Applied numerals like the salmon, simpler subdial like the silver. Perhaps hands and strap like the salmon.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@karlsenula9495 Yeah I agree a mashup of the two would be great.

[@andreaskarz]

You can have both colors with both movements - also as handwinded. I have this watches and they are so amazing. I have change the strap to a brown vintage racing strap and id look fantastic.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@andreaskarz You can't get the black dial in automatic or mechanical. You also can't get the quartz in salmon either. Which one do you?

[@adk7962]

Thanks for the great comparison! I would go quartz for sure. Thanks!

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@@adk7962 Cheers mate. Which colour dial would you go for?

[@adk7962]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR White/Silver but since you can only get the black in quartz, maybe black.

[@rhodes1591]

yea, I can't decide ... 🤔

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@rhodes1591 It's a tough one isn't it? They both have their positives.

[@magstheonlyone]

I would love the salmon dial with the quartz but I'll opt for the hand-winding one

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@magstheonlyone I don't think you'll be the only one thinking that way.

[@AlexanderB.]

The numerals on the quartz version look like they have been carved into the dial, a very nice effect. The strap on the automatic version is much nicer though. Personally I would go for the automatic version.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@AlexanderB. Yes, they are. I made a mistake there. I've pinned a comment already about that. The strap on the automatic version is nicer, but the one on the quartz version isn't bad either.

[@dunderhay9169]

These both look great, but I wish they would forget the wonky dial from the original and just make these with a normally rotated dial. I have the centre seconds Miyota version and it is a great watch, if the quartz had a straight dial I would pick one up as well. Good comparison 👍

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@@dunderhay9169 That would be a nice option to have. Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.

[@gorillasinthewrist]

I have the salmon dialled hand wind and it’s beautiful but I don’t reach for it, not really sure why…. Great work

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@@gorillasinthewrist Perhaps you should have gone for the silver colour instead? Thanks.

[@OmairArif]

Are you sure the indices are printed on the quartz? From the way the light is playing off the edges it looks like they are engraved or embossed into the dial. Also I dislike the subdial on the automatic, It's not rotated like the rest of the watch (the 60 mark is in line with the top lugs), I know the original watch this is inspired by doesn't rotate the subdial either, but it feels odd to me.

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@@OmairArif Now that you mention it, yeah I think they are engraved. Thanks for pointing that out. I'll pin a comment about it. Yeah that's another reason I prefer the sub dial on the quartz version too.

[@Karl-hx6sw]

Great comparison video, thank you. It's a tough choice! I think I really like the engraved numerals as quite unusual. Def prefer the auto handset as got lovely contours. Not sure which subdial or crystal I prefer. Altough the salmon is great I would have loved to have seen the silver quartz compared to the silver auto. Another review was really mesmerized by it as I think it's got like a crushed diamond platinum effect which sounds terrible but looks great apparently. Might go for that one😊

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@@Karl-hx6sw Cheers, I'm glad you liked it. Yeah I know what you mean... There's certain bits on each that are really nice. That silver dial does sound very interesting.

[@harrymartin684]

I always thought this watch design would look good on a beads of rice bracelet

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@harrymartin684 Interesting 🤔

[@Laaum]

Quartz version with applied indices would be perfect. For me it is the kind lf watch you only wear occasionally, so quartz would be ideal. Also you cant see the movement. But applied indices makes it look so much more premium.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@Laaum That's a fair point. The applied indices definitely make it feel more premium.

[@stavros_katsopr]

Lucky me! I decided i won't get this, not because of the differences, just think it'll look big on my wrist (squares are deceiving). So... problem solved, as there is no problem to start with! Thanks for the vid anyway James, be well mate, cheers.

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@@stavros_katsopr Which version were you contemplating getting then? Thanks for watching anyway mate.

[@stavros_katsopr]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR The quartz white dial you have over there, looks/feels/works fine for me.

[@eshwarrao7358]

Great review mate . thanks for this video - I like the Automatic one with Salmon dial.. Actually there is a menchanical one.. thought of picking this up Quartz model in last sale.. i was confused and did not buy any.. what do you think? - Mechnical - is little thinner too..

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@eshwarrao7358 Cheers mate. Yeah the mechanical one basically sits between the quartz and automatic, in terms of the thickness.

[@eshwarrao7358]

@@HonestWatchReviewsHWR Exactly! - thanks for the feedback.. although mechanical and automatic are priced same..

[@tpop3723]

Do they both use hardened steel?

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@@tpop3723 They both use 316L stainless steel.

[@samcicj]

Hard to find the good logical combinations. Manufacturers generally don't reach the community preferences