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Pagani Design PD-1645vsOceanica Watch Co. Barracuda

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1645

Pagani Design PD-1645 owners praise its value, citing the reliable Seiko NH35A automatic movement and sapphire crystal. The 42mm case offers 100m water resistance and a solid endlink bracelet with screw-in links. However, the lume is widely considered poor, and the stock bracelet is criticized for being jangly and lacking adequate micro-adjustments. On balance, owners view the Pagani Design PD-1645 as a capable beater watch primarily due to its robust movement and construction at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The sapphire crystal is a notable strength. The bracelet feel was not consistently mentioned.

Oceanica Watch Co. Barracuda

Owners widely praise the Oceanica Watch Co. Barracuda's gilt relief dial with negative printing as stunning. One owner notes the watch runs at approximately +1 second per day. Another owner reports a case height of 11.5mm. Some in the community criticize the Barracuda's design for being heavily inspired by another watch, with comments on the dial waves not reaching the edge and the case and bezel resembling a lower-cost alternative. On balance, owners rate the Oceanica Watch Co. Barracuda highly for its striking dial design at the price.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-164542mm
Barracuda41mm
Power Reserve
PD-164540h
Barracuda
Water Resistance
PD-1645100m
Barracuda200m
MSRP
PD-1645$123
Barracuda$300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$123
$300
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