Baltic MR-01: Worth the Hype? Did a Microbrand Perfect the Dress Watch?

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2 жыл бұрын

A Discussion around Baltic Watches and their most recent release of the MR-01. A watch that many are saying is a standout and a fresh look at how the dress watch is envisioned. In order to understand the success of their new release, we can study the Aquascaphe and make sense of how the brands design language and approach has been formed over time. Both watches manage to show us that good design is about looking at the details and that using less brings an idea forward much more effectively.
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@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

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@bendatmo 2 жыл бұрын

I do really enjoy the aesthetic of my salmon dial MR01 on a chocolate brown gator strap. The movement is a little noisy though but I’m aware of what it is and temper my expectations of it accordingly. Loved my blue Aquascaphe as well before it was replaced by a BB58. Baltic is going places, their customer support is brilliant and I can’t wait to see what’s next.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely going to try and slip my name down for a salmon dial (if they ever manage to meet the demand) But it's great to hear that you're enjoying it Benjamin and thank you for the feedback brother!

@alvinmick218 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a thoughtful and insightful review as always! This is a brand that has recently come into my periphery and the first half of the last century is definitely my favorite era regarding watch designs. There’s just something authentic and alluring that always attracts me to watches of this period and watches that carefully and tastefully draw upon that inspiration. Well done!!

@joker14n 2 жыл бұрын

So many interesting micros out there..and still, Baltic stands out. It’s such a delicate balance when trying to update a classic. And let’s agree..more research !

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

It's a great name and I've been seen so much praise for the brand over time. This release was the perfect reminder to kill two birds and cover the Aquascaphe along with the MR01. Thank you as always for the comment Cary!

@travelmatte 2 жыл бұрын

Great show and you provided a very cogent and insightful design discussion and critique as always. You being on cam is spot on (right down to the humor/research). As to the Baltic, I do love the numerals and can completely agree on most of your points, but I’m a fluted DJ41 kind of guy, so find these 36mm Baltics a bit twee, but you helped me appreciate it. How delightful to watch YT watch content that is actually about watches!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot as always Dave, I really appreciate everything you've said. It's great to have content about watches, right? I was worried that the "Me" part would take up too much of the presentation, so it's been a learning process making it feel more about the watch and less about the person (still don't know if I've gotten it right yet) And these Baltics are really impressive. They wouldn't hold up next to your treasured fluted DJ, but in that sub-1k category with so many cool elements going for it, ah, they're a treat!

@854gabryel 2 жыл бұрын

First time on this channel and I can say that I’m impressed with the level of details and the information provided regarding the designs. The watch is stunning and I think I am able to get over the movement just because of the design of the watch.

@mannyfernandez1713 2 жыл бұрын

The MR01 also reminds me of the VC Americain and it just gives me a peace when i see it, is like a rugged, peaceful, yet classic dress piece at a nice price, especially for us who, sadly, don’t go to many dressy events often, yet it could make even going to the store a dress event when worn. It’s just beautiful

@OldSlabsides45 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, I've been a fan since the parnis video, this is some of the best watch content out there. Love the emphasis and insight on design. Keep it up!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother! Amazing how this page has (and I have) evolved over time. This hobby just continues to bring us back for more always ;)

@VinnyTheCuz 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I always love hearing your thoughts about watches. I feel as if I’m in a museum being told how to look at a painting.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Very humbling Vincent and thank you! It's always a treat putting these together and means a lot that the work is appreciated by someone out there🥃

@tubefriki76 2 жыл бұрын

This is a watch I'd wear to a wedding...a fancy dinner...and a Sunday afternoon barbeque. Great-looking dial, and the slightly beefier lugs really does it for me (not too keen with ultra thin lugs on a dress watch).

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping, hoping to get one in hand one day soon and give it a proper review. But it does ride that line of Casual and Dress well! Maybe it's because of the beefier bezel and lugs that tone it down a bit more? Great point brother!

@british1389 2 жыл бұрын

This was the perfect review and expresses everything I love about Baltic. I have the aquas pane and salmon MR01. The salmon dial goes perfectly with a pebbles burgundy leather strap!

@voltarengulsen2628 2 жыл бұрын

Brand presentation on another level, you are the modern watch youtube king. Cheers bro💪

@dialanddram 2 жыл бұрын

The MR01 is a gorgeous piece and I appreciate that, while the seven-thirty subdial does at first glance break the symmetry, they did apparently pay attention to how it interacts with the 6 and 9 numerals. Very commendable attention to detail, and also means it avoids aping that Patek too closely, and instead taking the inspiration and doing something a bit different with it, and bringing a classic design into the present day. Excellent video! Subbed.

@yousif4646 2 жыл бұрын

Great work, buddy. So much to explore in these micro brand spaces. Laventure and Halios have had phenomenal successes of their own. You’d be lucky to put your hand on one of these on release.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

We're seeing it more and more that these micro's are getting huge attention. The irony is that we chat about the big brands, but the micro's do so much better when it comes to sales and volume haha! Thank you as always Yousif really looking forward to covering your pieces on Saturday!

@yousif4646 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy true that, mate. Pound for pound, Halios is probably outdoing Rolex in the grey market lol. Always looking forward to your classy shows buddy :)

@alexeng4680 2 жыл бұрын

Big fan of this channel. Great to finally see the face behind your amazing voice. Salmon dial is incredible and silver is second best. Happy to see you cover baltic and look forward to seeing your next video. Btw, Im enjoying glenlivet founder's reserve. Very easy to drink too. Highly recommend.

@reedgrabowski8314 2 жыл бұрын

An outstanding review regarding Baltic's major watches. I need to pay more attention to this brand. The fact that you remain unwilling to modify the design - excepting design-house names - speaks well to their approach. I must say, the MR-01 is gorgeous. Any thoughts on whether Baltic should evolve it to a sports piece with lime in all the right places and possible different numerals? By the way, maybe you should spice the channel up by reviewing Scotch and Whiskey. Keep educating and entertaining us sir.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Does speak volumes that whatever I do to the designs, there's not much I can add. So great seeing a brand pay that kind of attention to their products! And the evolution of sport models from them. It looks like their motto is "vintage inspired watches" so it's anyones guess where they could go with them ;) What's funny Reed? I had a whole segment I wanted to start (before the face reveal) that you've just reminded me about! Something I'll definitely add in future videos with a bit of a watch / whisky review twist ;)

@leonardr6704 10 ай бұрын

Your analysis of the design of the mr01 was very thoughtful and detailed.

@robertschmidt9584 2 жыл бұрын

Well worth the time and thanks for your perspective!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure Robert! It was so refreshing to talk about a microbrand again 🥃

@VMIyanks04 7 ай бұрын

“Bear with me, I’m doing some research” 😂 love it! Great analysis of Baltic’s design, per usual! Cheers!

@salvano66 2 жыл бұрын

I own the one of these the Baltic Aquascaphe 200 and Really enjoy the Ownership of this watch a pleasure to own and wear . Do not require ultra expensive watches there are many great brands selling at lower prices and better quality Many Thanks To Everyone

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Marshall, that's great to hear! Those Aquascaphe's really are impressive and it's got nothing to do with the brand name (that's the best part) just solid design and an excellent foundation to work with 🥃

@MrZanzibar123 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Glad it’s sold out or I might have to buy it. Lol. “Duh-sign” sounds like Dasein! Grew up drinking Scotch but I got into Bourbon in the last few years and it’s a whole new world of amazing flavors to explore! Love the whisk(e)y finale.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Iain! I grew up drinking Wines... so the Wisk(e)y world is already such a fascinating one. Bourbon's, they've yet to grow on me but Rye definitely add such a great dynamic! Right now I'm all about those fruity notes... must be the wine drinker in me still ;)

@bradleyblakeley3868 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely exceptional and informative review.

@underachievingwatchcollect1878 2 жыл бұрын

Baltic is a great micro brand! On a side note I’m really enjoying my Helson Sharkmaster 300. I don’t know if they regulate the ETA movement but mine is 1/2 second fast a day-best micro I’ve ever bought 😎. Best regards 🍷

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

The Sharkmaster... I was inches away from buying one once but told myself "No, you're not getting a Seamaster Homage" - still kinda kicking myself because I love those 165.024's (as you know) ;) They're bulletproof watches and have AMAZING lume. Keep enjoying it brother! This hobby of ours knows no bounds!

@wisamal-hakim5531 2 жыл бұрын

Great channel boykie. Good review

@plamen2110 Жыл бұрын

Loved your closing thoughts on this one.

@russell996 2 жыл бұрын

Great pieces, interesting micro brand pieces at all price points and many offering a unique view of what a watch can and should be. 🥃

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Cool right? It feels more and more that the Micro's are the ones pushing the "creative boundaries" and sometimes they strike gold (ahead of their competitors) 🥃

@TimG-- 2 жыл бұрын

Great content. Thank you !! Nice video mate 🥃

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks as always Tim! 🥃

@paulrichardson2247 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a fan love the design. been looking for a dressier piece that won't break the bank to go along with my BB58. blue & IWC pilot 36. The movement accuracy seems to be getting a lot of stick at the price point when Seiko are knocking out models with a 6r35 with similar variations for double the money. I think it's more the country of origin than the accuracy that putts people off🤷🏻‍♂️.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Paul, I didn't know that many had reservations around the price v movement. But then, me and my superficiality, the aesthetics are what always wins my heart ;) It's always the case when these brands are introducing new models that they dip around with prices etc and maybe as these become more successful so we'll see changes? What a cool addition this would be next to your BB58 and IWC though... very, very tempting!

@paulrichardson2247 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Thanks 100% agree while a nice movement is a bonus. It's aesthetics that draws me to a watch every time. Micro brands have to tread a fine line, if they'd sourced a Swiss made micro rotor they'd likely be charging double the money or more and people would be throwing up alternatives from more established brands at that price point. In my view they've nailed it with design and finish at an affordable price.

@mannyfernandez1713 2 жыл бұрын

Plus if it is a dressy piece, that you’ll use once in a while, for three days at most, accuracy is not a big issue, as long as it’s not loosing/gaining an outrageous amount of minutes it’ll be fine. Hope you can get it, plus envy your collection dude

@fuglyucker6238 Жыл бұрын

I'm also doing some. Research tonight, love the vid

@blainecole5452 2 жыл бұрын

Gladius hands; Sir, I salute you.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

All about those details ;) Thanks as always Blaine 🥃

@juniorjohnson5961 2 жыл бұрын

Great Review of the brand ! I've seriously been looking at the Aquascaphe , I was also considering the Lorier Neptune . Thanks as always

@juniorjohnson5961 2 жыл бұрын

PS I'm still not used to seeing your face , it's funny how we get this picture in our minds of what someone looks like . I had you pictured completely different . Now I'm wondering what our friend Thomas Burnett looks like .

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

@@juniorjohnson5961 Hahaha! Thanks Junior 🥃I know it must be quite a shock to the system seeing the face finally (can't imagine what it's been like for everyone - I'm sure I've scared a few people away)

@ml2799 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent episode, love the whisky review too - whisky and watches, two of my favourite things 🥃

@warusk2nd 2 жыл бұрын

Love the new format. Baltic make great designs/watches. I said I'd never like a salmon dial then the MR01 came out..and now I want one.. I'm also contemplating the Blue Gilt Aquascaphe.. currently have Bi-Compax 001

@boyblue998 2 жыл бұрын

Love your quick whisky review. This Balvenie 12 is a lightweight and is finished in sherry casks just for a few weeks. An easy to forget malt that could be improved with a little more care by the distiller. Keep these whisky reviews coming. I am impressed with the 01, but doubt if I will wear it much, as dress watches do not fit-in with my current lifestyle.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! A bit of an impromptu take on the Whisky from my side, but if there's one nearby I'll definitely cover it in a video ;) Keep holding onto the 01 for the time being, we all go through those phases of wanting to try something different and something tells me the model will get a bit of wrist time eventually🥃

@bigbearddahuzi1036 Жыл бұрын

Wow, that was really insightful. Subbed

@eyeontime6136 2 жыл бұрын

I definitely agree, it is so very well done. I'm waiting for a black dial, and I'm on board. Great review, cheers!

@celticsftw90 2 жыл бұрын

Great content as always, keep up the great work! I was lucky enough to get the salmon dial and it hasn’t left my wrist since I got it.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Huge congratulations Barnacle! Before I even knew it existed they'd all sold out haha! The price you pay when you don't look at social media every 10 minutes ;)

@nicholaschavez6245 2 жыл бұрын

Taking a hit of the Lagavulin now. Cheers 🥃Baltic is really hitting it out of the park. Adventurously thoughtful. I need to be quicker on these releases. Great video.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta get my hands on a Lagavulin next... that's definitely next on the cards. And these watches just come and go. Blows me away how fast they sold! I only saw postings from people saying things like "did you go for the individual piece or choose the set" - didn't even know what they were talking about haha! Cheers Nicholas!

@billoconnor1601 2 жыл бұрын

Must say I could not agree more! Been a fan of Baltic for quite a while. BTW, compliments on your choice of beverage. Best value in the category. Cheers. B

@kojiattwood 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, and as a whisky aside, I'd recommend both the Balvenie 15 sherry cask, and 14 Carribean cask--might be up your alley.

@anthonystevens8683 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting IDGuy. Baltic as a brand has been circling my radar for a while but so far has not been on it. I've seen a few reviews of the Aquascaphe that have been interesting but I'm not sure I need another dive watch. Once I'd seen the Longines Sector dial 3 hand with the small seconds at six just worked for me. If I recall you may have made a video about it. The sector versions by Baltic are new to me and are definitely worth a look and maybe a purchase at some point. The MR-01 is definitely a bit 'out there' in its design language but again in a Picasso sort of way it just works, I had the same view on the Bigeye and my feelings changed from meh to I would really like one. Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts with us once again. That grey matter that lurks between my ears has started firing neurons again to make me ponder the brand a little more.

@georgehave 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful watch. A great example of what watchmaking should be. Definitely a great value for the money. Only negative is that they have limited quantities. Would be a great addition if you could acquire one.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's that inital buzz that'll eventually die down over time (hopefully) the brand will just have to quadruple the amount they make for the next batch so we can all get our hands on them ;)

@darrenl8290 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering when you would get round to the whisky.... I have a salmon dial MR-01, got lucky on the second release, absolutely love it and the Balvenie. More outtakes please, that was a love little easter egg at the end.

@simonwinnik6655 2 жыл бұрын

thank you! very informative

@morgan97475 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with adding a drink review to a watch review. Nicely done again.

@craig2100 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant review, and research...smile

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million Craig. Loved chatting about a microbrand for once!

@daveho852 2 жыл бұрын

Baltic's designs really haven't failed so far 👏

@thomasont 2 жыл бұрын

Hi @IDGuy, good looking dress watch for a micro brand this is. I appreciate their works that went into designing and manufacturing these qualities watches. The looks of their dress watches are close to being premium and robust tool watch like my Victorinox watch, only smaller. At the moment, I am looking into another micro brand called Revelot with its crowdfunded diver's watch programme called hexmariner. Also, I will be emailing my wrist shots to you later in the day. Thanks for this video with best wishes regards.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information around the brand Thomason. There are just too many to count today (and some amazing brand owners who are on the channel who can share great tips about these pieces too if you're ever interested) - I look forward to seeing your shots for the show! Something tells me your Milgauss will rank somewhere as one of your most valued pieces ;)

@thomasont 2 жыл бұрын

Wait for it, @@ID-Guy 😎⌚. I've got three watches to share this weekend, apart from the Milgauss that you have got it right. Two of which are my most important coveted watches from unknown obscure brands. More details in the emails as usual. 😎⌚👍 Its nice to know from you that there are brand owners in your audience as well! 😎⌚👍

@ed4517 2 жыл бұрын

Quality review as always. Keep it up. You make me want too many watches

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Ed! And don't worry... I make me want too many watches also. Talking about them is a way for me to spread my sickness (and alleviate the pressure) ;)

@reedgrabowski8314 2 жыл бұрын

Agree, every review makes me dig into the options. Then my better half reminds me that I have too many already.

@emanuele20x Жыл бұрын

Great video! Love the mr01

@AbdulRWatches 2 жыл бұрын

Great video mate, I think that Baltic, and Zelos are leading the way to make the under 1000$ a micro brand territory. i do think that this will be an issue for swiss brands that used to get away with releasing an ok watch with a high price tag.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see this competition, right? Especially when these microbrands are receiving the same sort of coverage that the bigger brands get! It's very exciting to see excellent designs getting some time in the sunlight ;)

@AbdulRWatches 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Definitely, I feel this will be the best to happen to us watch collectors and consumers, as we will get more bang for our buck.

@AbdulRWatches 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy I have one in pre-order, the blue one was my favorite and thank God it was not sold out :D

@BulletBeena 2 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual. The real question is - did you pre-order an MR01 for the next round last month?

@watchsixto 2 жыл бұрын

That should be your next t-shirt DUH-SIGN

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

It's going to have to become a catchphrase ;)

@watchsixto 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy end some video you saying that

@warusk2nd 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely like the short scotch review too! Always looking for good scotches..to go with my watches 😂

@verynormalman 2 ай бұрын

T4YC. Excellent video. The moment I saw them, I felt something. I have 3 now, including an MR01 Gold, and my other watch friends just don't understand at all. They are so wedded to the idea of anything good must be very expensive.

@edjack1993 2 жыл бұрын

Just pre-ordered the salmon dial with green strap, and the beads of rice bracelet. Looks stunning. Looking forward to receiving it (in September 😀).

@edjack1993 2 жыл бұрын

p.s. the Balvenie Double wood is 👌🏻

@roddunne Жыл бұрын

9-6... perfect day watch for office hours, when there may be more need to check time (meetings etc.). After 6, more relaxed, so missing the 7/8 is less of a concern.

@milliebays1801 2 жыл бұрын

Great analysis

@roelstolk3915 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you! I doubt the connection with the vintage piece though, nowhere mentioned in their website, but could be wrong of course. Again, great content!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

You're right about the "connection" (if you're talking about the Baltic Diver?) - I haven't seen anything that supports the background to the watch... actually was so surprised to see the name and found the listing by accident. Thanks for taking the time to watch the clip Roel!

@mr_watchaddict3146 2 жыл бұрын

Very well written piece again sir. I have actively been looking for a dress watch with Breguet numerals and this comes close, though I can’t get past the contrast with the blocky logo font and letter spacing. Had they used ‘Baltic’ in italics, for example, maybe the flow would’ve been more in keeping with that of the numerals and leaf hands? I’d be keen to know your thoughts. I hope you’re keeping well! 😉👍

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Preach on the typeface for the logo. I'd MUCH prefer an elegant "B" used on the dial instead of the name if given the option ;) An Italic B? Thank you as always Mark and I hope you're enjoying the snot out of your Explorer(s)! Saw your 36 on an RAF nato the other day and it looked the business!

@mr_watchaddict3146 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy …I thought about an italic ‘B’ too and think it would work well, so long as it didn’t run into Breitling territory! I’m loving both Explorers- I thought about moving one on in favour of a Breguet Classique but I’m not sure I can part with either! Managed to see Bond last night after all. Little did the audience know the star of she show was buried in the dark crowd on my wrist! 😉

@Honraxxx 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mr. IDGuy! Great video as always. One of the best if not THE best watch channel out there in my opinion. Now I really like Baltic and their design and quality for the price point in general. This new release im not so sure. Maybe a bit pricey and from the pictures ivé seen numerals on the dial and the small second feels too big and spacing between each number is too small. I felt this the minute I saw the release and for me it just became more evident when you compare with the Patek in this video.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Great point around this. Maybe it's just me who's more of a "bigger is better" fan when it comes to Breguet numerals. I'm really hoping to get hands-on with one for a review when the next batch is brought through. From what I've been seeing from reviews etc. those larger numerals and hands are what is keeping the dial from looking "vacant" if you know what I mean? But maybe that's all down to how the watch plays in different lights too. Really hope to bring more to this talk if one arrives in my lap one day soon but thank you for bringing up these points, Waingro! Especially about the spacing between the numerals (I never looked at it that way) ;)

@MrGaberacer 2 жыл бұрын

The bezel insert is sapphire on Aquascaphe and I don’t think the brand has an actual history back in the 60s. Its a new brand created by Etienne Malek , only 5-6 years ago I think. I had 2 already and loved them. Great video :)

@AUS5113 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my god! he finally did it, the hero reveals himself !!! Out of the shadows the IDGuy has come into the light. Well done. Glad to finally see you.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Had to do it eventually Batman ;) It's feeling more and more natural presenting this way too (took about a month of practice to get the format down) But it's all good fun, must admit 🥃

@AUS5113 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Glad you took the plunge. All you need now is a symbol

@seandrori8220 2 жыл бұрын

for a little more i’d advise to check out the doxa sub200, black dial. Got one out of curiosity but it really grew on me. The BOR bracelet, minimal font and dial layout, not minute markers on the bezel, running +2 a day (lucky Sellita?), cheap clasp (reminds me of my 5513), the dome sapphire is amazing- it’s a different character on every angle, in a good and legible way, it’s speedmaster case! And hey it’s a Doxa. thank you for the Video! watchTIERy

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sean! Doxa's have definitely been on my radar and those Sub200's have become great value props! I think many have been mentioning how versatile they are in this category (and are such good value for money) - if it was an option for me, the 300's would always have my heart. Those quirky 70's designs, bright accent colours and cushion cases... just so amazing as examples of their time. The price tag for them though... Thank you for he suggestion Sean and for taking the time to watch the clip!

@willbrink 2 жыл бұрын

I'd order an MR01 today if it was just a tad bigger. 36mm just too small for my tastes. Stunning looks and value for $ there, and maybe they will offer a larger model some time, 39-40mm.

@Valera_Scotland 2 жыл бұрын

Upvoted. Will watch later 🙃😆

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Just saw your next comment further up the list ;)

@MP-pb1xv 2 жыл бұрын

Of the three dial colors, which is your favorite?

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Great question M P, thank you! Of the three the Salmon would be my choice. It's that point of difference that I really enjoy from the model. The Blue is a bit too cliche and the polished accents might clash with the silver. Ideally it'll be great to see gloss black used as a contrast - maybe further explorations into Green and Burgundy one day soon ;)

@kofiofosu9051 6 ай бұрын

Your analysis is genius level.

@dingodave3966 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with what you said about brand name on the dial…Sometimes when only want what we can’t have (or afford) Sometimes…. This being sold out says something though. I’m old enough not to care what other people say. The Balvenie, sounds good. Duh…? Lol, love your stuff.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

David, thank you! The deeper we get in this hobby, the less we care about the brand on the watch ;)

@Valera_Scotland 2 жыл бұрын

Do I even need to check their page to see if it's already sold out? Probably not! If I wasn't in debt with my new 1861 Speedy, I would be certainly looking for one of these beauties (any colour really... maybe the blue for me)... Another gorgeous video. I loved the Patek Philippe photoshop, and the Blancpain one. It's so funny to see the difference a logo makes immediately! And makes me realise even more how beautiful Baltic watches are.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Your email about the Speedy! Please share it with us on Saturday if you get a chance to join the show live? Your thoughts on the 1861 would be great as a part of the theme! And thank you for the comment brother. Taking the name off a dial does flip the perspectives a bit ;)

@Valera_Scotland 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy ha ha I'm glad you got the email. You probably thought I was a nut case. My Speedy still stashed away. I look at it when it's safe to do so... I'm earning it when it's paid off in a year or two ha ha.... yes I'd love to share some thoughts on Saturday... not to be too cheeky, but is there any way to chat about it all a little earlier on? Like not at the start, but maybe 11pm? I've taken the evening off (meant to see a film), as I want to be part of the chat... let me know thanks matey

@Valera_Scotland 2 жыл бұрын

p.s. try Springbank whisky (I only tried the 10yr old so far. Gorgeous)

@joshn.5625 2 жыл бұрын

The MR01 is a 9/10 for me. In my view it could use slightly smaller numbers, a smaller small seconds, and two round indices at the 7 and 8 markers to provide better balance. I think the balance is a bit off otherwise. Edit: I posted this before seeing your PP mock-up at the end of the video. Your rendering is along the lines of what I was getting at.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Love goofing around with designs Josh and thank you for this! Great to see that we were thinking the same about balancing the plots a bit more ;)

@diydad7704 Жыл бұрын

Just got my MR01 and was interested in your thoughts. For the Whiskey: just because some company calls it a "classic malt" doesn't mean it's special. It's just their way of trying to sell the stuff. Personally i'd go for an Auchentoshan Three Wood, Scapa, Highland Park or Talisker any day instead of a Balvenie.

@ocb05 2 жыл бұрын

Got the Bleu and the Salmon. Well worth the price. It is truly a dress watch of ultimate light play.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, huge congrats for getting in there first! I've had my eye on the Salmon (hopefully grab one when they're available again) Such a cool release from them! Those numerals will have me distracted for hours...

@ocb05 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Baltic is one of the most underrated brands out there. Due to it's price, many people dismiss Baltic. But the moment I own their Aquascaphe, I became their fan.

@richardsims4717 2 жыл бұрын

I have been delighted with my Ophion Velos with salmon dial. The buying experience from Miguel the founder was great with an invitation to his office in Madrid.The case,dial,hands and movement have all been so well considered it also punches well above its weight.Enjoy your analysis and a nice change from the usual suspects

@bronzeageperfumer5494 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been hoping to purchase Tornek Rayville when they become available but my close second choice is an Aquascaphe. Interesting that they may have more lineage then people (atleast I) thought. You should consider an interview with the brand owner. Discussion of micro brands where they get to represent themselves is what KZfaq is missing in my opinion!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Those TR's look so damn good... I don't know if you've seen my video on the new model? Think I made it about 3 months ago and cover the full history, how it was brought into the US etc. back in the day. Fascinating covert pieces to say the least! Great idea about the interviewing too! Thank you 🥃

@heysmitty1231 2 жыл бұрын

That piece is a stunner

@MrJoelee73 2 жыл бұрын

I got the silver dial on a navy blue strap….it’s exquisite.

@michaelfierman3256 2 жыл бұрын

Came for the Baltic, stayed for the Balvenie!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Nice lil alliteration in there - this was planned way before the time, trust me ;) Thank you Michael!

@michaelfierman3256 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy hey regarding what you said at the end; try the 14 year old one. Caribbean Cask Balvenie. Delicious. Great review as always my friend

@frankpentangeli7945 2 жыл бұрын

Balvenie Doublewood! This is the one I recommend to people who want to get into single malt scotch whisky for the first time. It is sweet, smooth and nicely balanced. Any newbie who dislikes the experience will not enjoy ANY whisky, so they shouldn't even try.

@jeanlefranc3817 2 жыл бұрын

Still a surprise to see your face popping up on the screen ! Keep on the good work, mate.

@payatavassoli7048 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, which color would you choose for your self?

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Paya! Might be cliche, but I'd be going for Salmon if given the choice. It's those points of difference that make the brand sing to me the most ;)

@payatavassoli7048 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Thank you.

@tbone121974 2 жыл бұрын

"Excuse me I'm doing a little research." (Sips a single malt). Perfect! Have you tried any Penderyn whisky? I think you might like it. I'd recommend the Madeira and the Peated.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

One of those happy accidents while recording ;) Penderyn looks incredible! I will most definitely look into it TBone and thank you for the suggestion! 🥃

@alexandersmith855 2 жыл бұрын

Fair bit of the FP Journe Chronometre Bleu about it. No problem with that though. More classic styling overall, particularly with the hands. Which coordinates with a brand respecting history beyond it being material for amorphous tributes. Salmon dial very much fills the brief of neovintage dress watch for me.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty exciting combo of parts, right? I think they've thought hard about "what makes a collectable Dress watch today" and pieced all of these elements together. Thanks for the comment Alexander (and great call about FPJ CB!)

@bergerecossais 2 жыл бұрын

Yes the FP Journe Chronomètre Bleu resonance struck me too.

@Watch.HighTower 2 жыл бұрын

"Just Bare with me I'm doing some research" hahahahaha 9:06

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Happened really organically while recording too, ah, love it ;)

@Watch.HighTower 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy Got a laugh from me mate 👌🏾

@rolexer Жыл бұрын

I just got mine. It is worth it.

@neilmac4730 2 жыл бұрын

Just ordered the MR01

@johnsweklo3213 2 жыл бұрын

Dang man, you got some guns!!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

The camera adds the 20lbs, I can't take credit. It's all photoshop! ;)

@raduarisanu6421 2 жыл бұрын

Please have an eye on Geckota and Horizon Watches ! Thank you!

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Will do Radu! The more these watches catch my attention, the more I'll share and thank you for this!

@UltraDoug Жыл бұрын

Bit small for most, but beyond that, needs a sapphire crystal. Still stunning

@kyle_vr 2 жыл бұрын

How will vintage inspired watches age? Imagine a vintage, vintage-inspired watch. 🤔😁

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

We're going to have such a weird time in 30 years... What about vintage reissue watches? They're Vintage, Vintage... Great point Kyle ;)

@lipinglin1994 2 жыл бұрын

Look at 1920 watches that are pocket watches inspired. Look at how they aged

@giurgindemilan Жыл бұрын

How I'd love it to have a saphire crystal... very nice watch

@benbiber4135 8 ай бұрын

Check Whisky library in Cape Town,if you really into your whiskey - I just got my Aquascaphe recently and absolutely love wearing it ,it gets more wrist time than my other much more expensive brands at least for now… great content 👏

@davidb9531 2 жыл бұрын

Seem a bit overpriced for what they are, I used to like the bicompax but the price for a seagull movement is not really justified. Nice to see the farer monopusher on the video, love to see a video on farer

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Good point David and I'll be sure to cover the Farer Monopusher. Another standout in this category! And good point about Seagull movements. They're well made but brands can tend to price them highly...

@joelmoore3804 2 жыл бұрын

I bought this watch with the silver dial. I thought it was beautiful and elegant in the photos. However, when I received it I was far less impressed. The whole composition was very flat. That bezel was very wide and I was expecting a high domed crystal, but it was really more of boxed crystal, which just added to the flat feel of the watch. As you mentioned, IDGuy, the lugs are kinda wide, and the numerals are kinda big. All in all I did not like it very much in person, so I sold it. I also should mention that the micorotor was noticeably audible in a quiet room. I don't know if that is true of all microrotor watches, but it is quite a bit louder than my 2824 automatic.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback on the piece Joel! I've been seeing that they do present as very "flat" in profile (because of the the bezel) - silver on silver is always a dangerous combo too. I'm very keen to see if I can get hands on with one in the future to review more, but great points on the rotor noise and the type of crystal chosen ;)

@joelmoore3804 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy It could be that the silver dial reads more flat than the others. This watch just stood out to me as one of those great watches on paper but but not in person. Or as the great Yogi Berra once said "In theory there is no difference between theory and practice - in practice there is."

@joelmoore3804 2 жыл бұрын

After thinking about it a little more I wanted to add a disclaimer. I have very little experience with vintage watches and hesalite crystals. In my mind the watch was refined and curvaceous. It had a much flatter feel and much more masculine feel. Not necessarily a bad thing, but not what I was looking for. Also I don't have a lot of experience with lower grade movements, and this one might be very on par with typical rotor noise from a Seiko or something. All I have to compare it to is a 2824 and 2892

@Nefville 2 жыл бұрын

Hey when are we doing a live I have a great idea for a wristshot, might be fun. Plus if you get hammered like that one live a few weeks ago might be even funnier on camera. Lol have a good weekend.

@ID-Guy 2 жыл бұрын

Going live this Saturday! And I'll be getting a proper webcam & lighting sorted out by Winter for the shows ;) Thanks as always Nef 🥃

@Nefville 2 жыл бұрын

@@ID-Guy sweet I better get this wristshot while I can, its going to take 2 people to do hahaha its gonna be hilarious

@verykeen2please 2 жыл бұрын

nice wee dram

@W.X.W. 2 жыл бұрын

Geez, are you handsome! Missed a few videos so colour me surprised at the face reveal!

@gilbertombp 2 жыл бұрын

Baltic is a French watch company, right? It seems that, along with FP Journe and Pequignet, companies with French roots have been able to do that sort of offset subdial tastefully.