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Pagani Design PD-1639vsZelos Spearfish 3

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Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1639

Pagani Design PD-1639 owners widely praise its exceptional value, citing the Seiko NH35 movement, sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, and 10 ATM water resistance at a price point around $60-$75. Some owners report a loose or misaligned bezel, with one noting a 90-click mechanism and another finding the lume fades quickly. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1639 highly for its impressive finishing and value proposition at the price.

From video reviewers

The value proposition is frequently cited as a major strength, with reviewers noting the quality materials and features for the price. The 43mm size is mentioned as a potential weakness, with one reviewer describing it as a touch bulky. Reviewers disagree on the sufficiency of the 100-meter water resistance for serious diving.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-163943mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
PD-163942h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
PD-1639100m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
PD-1639$120
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13.01mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$749
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