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Pagani Design PD-1645vsVaer Calendar Field

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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 strong point. The value for the price point is also a strong point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-164542mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
PD-1645
Calendar Field
Water Resistance
PD-1645100m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
PD-1645$123
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
43mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$123
$189
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