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Pagani Design PD-1661 GoldvsMakydo Makydo 38

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PD-1661 Gold
Pagani DesignPD-1661 Gold
MSRP $120
Makydo 38
MakydoMakydo 38
MSRP $354
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1661 Gold

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1661 Gold for its specifications at its price point, highlighting the 40mm case, ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal, and Seiko NH35 movement. However, the lume is reported as poor, and the bracelet has sharp edges and lacks micro-adjustment. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting approximately +10 seconds per day. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1661 Gold highly for its impressive specifications and value at the price.

From video reviewers

The PD-1661 Gold delivers strong value under $100 with sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, and solid construction including a milled clasp. Lume brightness is weak and falls short of what divers typically expect from this price tier.

Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1661 Gold40mm
Makydo 3838mm
Power Reserve
PD-1661 Gold42h
Makydo 3840h
Water Resistance
PD-1661 Gold100m
Makydo 38150m
MSRP
PD-1661 Gold$120
Makydo 38$354

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
13.01mm
13.2mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$354
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