The market for vintage-inspired chronographs keeps growing. Yet few models manage to blend 1960s elegance with the demands of a contemporary sports watch quite so coherently. With the new Scalegraph, the brand substantially evolves one of its emblematic references. More than a simple aesthetic update, this new generation gets a completely reworked case, water resistance raised to 100 metres, and a manually wound chronograph movement offering a generous 63-hour power reserve.
An evolution that confirms the intent to offer a chronograph capable of accompanying its owner well beyond dressier occasions.
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A revisited silhouette that stays true to its DNA
The Scalegraph keeps what makes it instantly appealing: a compact 39.5 mm diameter that respects the proportions of historic chronographs while meeting today’s expectations.
But behind this apparent continuity, the work done on the case is particularly significant.
Made from 316L stainless steel, it adopts wider lugs, noticeably sharper edges and a new vertical brushing on their upper surface, replacing the circular finish of the previous generation. These changes reinforce the watch’s personality while improving its presence on the wrist.
The double-domed sapphire crystal, true to the codes of vintage chronographs, completes this silhouette by adding depth and elegance to the dial, while offering the resistance expected of a contemporary watch.
A genuine sports watch
The main evolution of this new Scalegraph is invisible at first glance.
Thanks to the integration of screw-down pushers, the chronograph is now water resistant to 100 metres (10 ATM), a feature rarely found on a watch in this category fitted with a manually wound mechanical movement.
This evolution transforms the very philosophy of the Scalegraph.
Where many neo-retro chronographs prioritise aesthetics above all, this new version claims genuine versatility. It can now accompany its owner through most everyday activities without fear of water splashes, rain or even the occasional swim.
This functional step-up considerably strengthens its status as a sports watch.
Three dials, three personalities
For this new generation, the Scalegraph comes in three carefully studied colour universes.
The champagne dial immediately evokes the racing chronographs of the 1960s thanks to its warm, luminous finish.
The blue version adopts a glossy finish that plays subtly with light reflections, while the metallic grey dial favours a more contemporary elegance.
Each version is paired with a brushed aluminium tachymeter bezel that perfectly matches the dial colour.
The light beige guilloché sub-dials create a particularly successful contrast. Framed by a polished ring, they add depth to the whole and reinforce the watch’s vintage identity without falling into excessive nostalgia.
The round indices and polished steel dauphine hands receive a Super-LumiNova® BGW9 treatment, ensuring excellent legibility in the dark while keeping an elegant white tint in full light.
The pleasure of manual winding
At the heart of the Scalegraph beats a movement that will appeal to lovers of traditional watchmaking.
The Sellita SW510-M calibre is a manually wound mechanical chronograph known for its robustness and reliability. Its architecture brings back the everyday pleasure of winding, a gesture appreciated by collectors that fosters a more direct relationship with the mechanics.
With a 63-hour power reserve, it offers comfortable autonomy that far exceeds the usual standards for mechanical chronographs.
The movement also features a hacking seconds function, making precise time setting easier.
A watch designed to adapt to every style
The Scalegraph’s versatility doesn’t stop at its water resistance.
The watch is offered with several strap configurations that can significantly change its character.
The Rubber Sport strap in vulcanised FKM rubber accentuates its sporty temperament and provides excellent comfort during intensive use.
The Italian calfskin leather strap further underscores its vintage inspiration and suits a dressier everyday use perfectly.
Finally, the Grain de riz or Flat Link metal bracelets reinforce its authenticity, echoing the historic chronographs that marked the 1960s and 1970s.
This diversity lets everyone personalise the Scalegraph to suit their lifestyle.
A chronograph that finds its own identity
The neo-vintage chronograph segment is now particularly competitive. Yet this new Scalegraph manages to stand out through a balanced approach.
Rather than relying solely on the charm of the past, it intelligently modernises its design by improving ergonomics, robustness and versatility.
Water resistance raised to 100 metres, screw-down pushers, the new case design and the choice of a manually wound mechanical movement all reflect a genuine intent to offer a watch designed for everyday wear.
Priced from 1,962 € on the Rubber Sport strap, 1,968 € on leather and 2,040 € on the metal bracelet, the Scalegraph delivers a particularly convincing take on the contemporary sports chronograph. A watch that manages to preserve all the emotion of vintage while fully meeting the expectations of today’s watch enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
The Scalegraph is Baltic’s neo-vintage chronograph, now updated with a fully reworked case, water resistance raised to 100 metres and a manually wound movement with a 63-hour power reserve.
The case is made of 316L stainless steel with a compact 39.5 mm diameter, wider lugs, sharper edges and a new vertical brushing on the lug tops, topped with a double-domed sapphire crystal.
The improved water resistance comes from the integration of screw-down chronograph pushers, a feature rarely seen on manually wound mechanical chronographs in this category.
It is equipped with the Sellita SW510-M, a manually wound mechanical chronograph calibre offering a 63-hour power reserve and a hacking seconds function for precise time setting.
The Scalegraph comes in champagne, blue and metallic grey dials with matching tachymeter bezels, and can be fitted with a Rubber Sport strap, an Italian calfskin leather strap, or Grain de riz and Flat Link metal bracelets, starting at 1,962 €.
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