Complete Watch Review on the Baltic Aquascaphe and Why you should own it - 2023 Microbrand

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

---- Content of this video ---------------- 00:00 - intro 01:00 - Unboxing 01:53 - History 02:26 - Where to buy & selections 03:00 - First impression (overall) 05:43 - Movement 06:17 - How to operate the watch 06:55 - Accuracy and Power reserve 07:26 - A week on the wrist 07:59 - Price and Warranty 08:26 - My thoughts

[@verynormalman]

I have an Aquascaphe Bronze. It took a bit of getting used to, as I wasn't familiar with the weird world of "bronze". Now I love it. The breakthrough was finding the correct strap, as the original isn't that comfy.

[@benbiber4135]

The only microbrand watch I have is this very model in black with faux luminous markers and it works with my numerous vintage Omegas and few other great brands . Love your show , I have an very early seamaster 351 bumper which I hope to date soon when take it for a service - really hoping for 48 as it’s my late father’s birth year. Thanks for all the knowledge. Regards from Cape Town

[@jasonchaney5382]

I've had my eye on this watch for a while, but I keep throwing money at building Seiko mods and buying more expensive watches. Glad to hear it's a quality piece.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Nothing wrong with what you're currently collecting. But if you ever think of giving a micro brand or something different a try, don't forget about Baltic. Cheers!

[@egbertkuijpers1387]

This is a very nice watch. I own the same model and am very pleased with it. The blue colour is beautiful, bezelaction and alignment are perfect. A strapmonster as well: wears great with a dark-brown leather strap, perlon, nato, single strap nylon, all in a variety in colours. Lume is not exceptional but sufficient. Only negative I can mention would be the (on my watch) rather sharp lug edges. Accuracy on average +/- plus 11 sec/d/w which for me is absolutely acceptable. I really love this watch and it gets a lot of wristtime.

[@benbiber4135]

I own the same Baltic watch and loving it so far , however just wanted to suggest that you try Omega speedmaster FOIS as it’s 39.7 mm whilst being the same size as professional without the crown guards and bulky twisted lugs which makes it much more sophisticated and elegant on the smaller wrists

[@daveyoder9231]

Baltic is an interesting brand, and this edition of the Aquascaphe is a very handsome rendition. Thank you for this review!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

My pleasure! It's always a great experience to review and share my thoughts on a watch.

[@cofrane4899]

It's only a question of time before I lay my hands on a Baltic! Love what they are doing

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you 😊. I wonder which one you will pick 🤔

[@cofrane4899]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel I have to admit that their recent tricompax panda dial is really appealing to me. It will be available again one day. 😉

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

I see, good taste my friend. Everybody loves a Panda of some sort. haha

[@cofrane4899]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel that's a classic design. One day or another you have to try it!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Sure! Let's hope Baltic will allow me to review it!

[@kickstothehead3705]

Love it wish it had a custom rotor and a display case back but it’s still next on my list

[@edelgiud]

I own one of these with the black silver dial and steel bracelet. I purchased it one year ago. My two comments are as follows: One, I like the fact that the beads of rice bracelet is essentially a close copy of the 60s and 70s Omega one (minus the clasp/buckle). Two, at 7:05 in the video I am not sure how it gets this great time precision because the watch I have loses about 20 seconds a day. That is what the specs on that movement state also. Great review for Baltic watches for sure.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you for the comment and for sharing your thoughts. One thing I forgot to mention is I did not need to adjust the regulator, which I could have done so if I wanted to (but that would be a dishonest review). But I am pretty surprised to see the timing on the machine be so accurate. I personally would not mind, even if it’s about 10 seconds off per day. But if it’s 20, I will probably adjust it. Haha.

[@amorroma1244]

Nice watch, thanx for all the info!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

You’re most welcome

[@jamesyeahman1195]

And the lume at night?

[@jadedarby8234]

Very cool looking wrist candy! Definitely like bit of the vintage vibe. Great locations on the shot!!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thanks! It was a nice day. It looked cold, but I didn’t feel cold at all.

[@thegorn]

It’s a nice piece. The big failing with this watch is that there is not enough points of difference between minute and hour hands.

[@Turtleswan]

The obvious difference in length isn't enough?

[@jazzman5598]

Fine vid! Thanks

[@timmcdonald5335]

Certainly support reviews of modern watches like this provided it does not sacrifice your excellent videos of vintage watches.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you, Tim.

[@guznecolon]

Como recomiendas apretar la corona del reloj.

[@colinbenfield326]

A lot for your money 😮. Has a nice 50 fathom look.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

When you see and wear it in person, the quality is worth it in my opinion

[@kojiattwood]

Great review! You might be interested in the Mr-01 series, the dials are particularly beautiful.

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you! Mr-01 is a classic piece with beautiful Breguet font. The salmon dial is probably my favourite. Let’s hope I get the opportunity to review it one day. 😊

[@Gearsandco]

Hello would you please be able to review the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT and tell us your thoughts and I’m also iffy about the movement even if it is a Swiss movement they are saying that it’s not accurate

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

I would gladly do a review on that watch if Baltic can lend me one :)

[@igedeputra8625]

I went to Switzerland to meet you to learn the science of repairing watches

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

I'm not in Switzerland, but I am sure you will find many great watchmakers there. Enjoy and all the best

[@igedeputra8625]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel I think in Switzerland I bought a watch parts part a little bought main pring for Titoni watches and Mido watch parts 😁

[@igedeputra8625]

@@TimelessHistoryChannel In Indonesia, it is difficult to find mainspring part watches

[@tooththrhr]

Is the strap comfortable? It looks very stiff

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Yes, the strap feels pretty nice on the wrist. Can't complain.

[@clivewiddall3430]

Be nice to be able to afford these affordable watches. I do like the strap release

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

I understand that the price may still be a bit much to some people. But if you compare the quality of the watch with many brand name watches out there (don't want to mention their names), you're getting a bargain with a Baltic.

[@thomasrenton4499]

Excellent video a tempting watch though maybe a little bigger than I would like

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

I believe 38-39mm is an universal size that can work on most wrist sizes.

[@TheFlyrodder68]

A nice watch but still rather too big for a 6" wrist, IMHO. Excellent review and camera work. Thumbs up!

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Thank you so much! Happy to hear that. It does appear slightly larger on camera than it is in person.

[@ManWith2Hats]

No lume shot? No case dimensions other than diameter? Solid video though. Nice nature shots Borderline feels like a sponsored advertisement though. I'm not even sure if you mentioned any negatives

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

After I re-watched the video last night, I realized I had forgotten about the night shot! Your KZbin display pic shows me how important it is to you. Haha, I am so sorry about that. But I can tell you that "Super-Luminova" is extra bright in the dark. The lug-to-lug is 47mm; anything I may have missed can also be found on their site. Many thanks for the comment. 😁

[@alanho5500]

The bezel is sapphire

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

That's correct as mentioned in the video. :-)

[@scottthorning3963]

That's a nice watch...

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

It sure is!

[@nukvar23]

Makes you wonder why a similar Swiss watch would cost double…

[@nintendokings]

My only concern is that it’s too small for my 7.5in wrist

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

Maybe personal preference because many of clients have 7.5in wrist but enjoy wearing 36mm or smaller vintage watches. This Baltic is 39mm. I believe their titanium version is 40+. 😃

[@jasonchaney5382]

I have an 8in wrist and used to think anything smaller than 42mm was too small. Now about half my collection is smaller than that. 39mm really is the sweet spot. Give it a try. Once you get used to it, you'll love it.

[@bookofmillions]

The Faaack you're DOING THAT WEIRD MOVEMENT FOR 😂😂😂😂 WHAAAT 😂😂😂 BRO you know about watches as much as my CAT KNOWS 🐈 ABOUT PLAYSTATION 5

[@karepy]

Paid review ?

[@TimelessHistoryChannel]

zero dollar

[@jaybrockmeyer9218]

DON'T buy any baltic watches, they are garbage. I ordered their mr01 for 605 euros, paid in full, in advance. I received the watch 7 months later. It ran 9 MINUTES per hour fast. I did not mis-type the last sentence. 9 MINUTES per hour fast, not 9 seconds. And the bor bracelet was very cheap, I have $100 watches with vastly superior bracelets. And they will not provide a return shipping label to return their garbage product. Live & learn. RUN from the GARBAGE company !

[@Turtleswan]