Baltic’s Aquascaphe MK2 Is The Newest GADA Watch Of 2025

When Baltic first launched the Aquascaphe, it was meant to be a diver that lived two lives equally at home underwater as it was on dry land. Over the years, it became a modern classic, admired for its vintage charm and rugged personality. It was a GADA watch before the term even existed. But seven years later, Baltic decided it was time for an upgrade. Enter the Aquascaphe MK2: sleeker, sharper, and more advanced than ever, while still carrying the soul of the original. Think of it as a greatest hits album, remastered for today. The MK2 blends Baltic’s love for vintage watches with everything the brand has learned since 2017. The result is a neo-retro diver that feels familiar yet fresh, an ode to the past with a confident step into the future.

The most noticeable update comes in legibility. The glossy blue dial now features bold Maxi-style indexes made with Lumicast and filled with Super-LumiNova® BGW9. These chunky, 3D appliques sit proudly above the dial, catching the light by day and glowing like tiny lanterns by night. Paired with a new set of faceted, lumed hands, reading the time feels instant and effortless even in the murky depths of a dive or just glancing at your wrist during a late-night cab ride. A printed railway minute track frames the dial, tying everything neatly into the bezel.

Speaking of the case, the MK2 gets a full makeover. Baltic offers it in two sizes 37mm and 39.5mm so you can pick your perfect fit. The design is sharper, with wider lugs and a flat-top crown guard that add to its wrist presence. Finishing has been taken up a notch: vertical brushing replaces circular grain on the lugs, while polished accents highlight the crown guard and crown. The drilled lugs aren’t just a vintage nod they’re a practical tool-watch detail, making strap changes quick and easy.

Of course, a diver is only as tough as the materials protecting it. The MK2 keeps the double-domed sapphire crystal and sapphire bezel insert, both virtually impossible to scratch. That means your watch can travel through time and everyday adventures without looking battered. The bezel itself has been refined too, with sharper edges, better grip, and a reassuring 120-click unidirectional rotation. Whether you’re timing a dive or just your pizza in the oven, it does the job with precision.

Baltic didn’t stop at the watch. The MK2 debuts with a brand-new lineup of Rubber Classic straps. These aren’t your average dive straps—they’re made of vulcanized FKM rubber for durability and comfort, and styled with a saffiano leather pattern that gives them a dressier twist. The result is a strap that’s as ready for cocktails as it is for saltwater. Five new colorways mean you can easily switch up the look without losing functionality.

What makes the Aquascaphe MK2 special is how it balances heritage and progress. It borrows cues from collaborations like the Aquascaphe x Vortex Swim and the rugged Hermétique Tourer but polishes them into a refined, everyday package. It’s the kind of watch that feels right with a wetsuit but also slips under a cuff at dinner. A tool watch, yes, but one that understands style as much as substance.

With sharper looks, upgraded materials, and playful versatility, the Aquascaphe MK2 is Baltic’s most advanced diver yet. It’s a GADA watch for sure, built to go everywhere diving, traveling, or just living and built to last for years to come.

Price: Rs 65,000 Approx