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Pagani Design PD-1661 GoldvsOrient AA08 Diver Watch

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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 watch offers excellent value at its price point. Reviewers noted that the lume brightness is not particularly strong.

Orient AA08 Diver Watch

Owners view the Orient AA08 Diver Watch as a capable weekend and vacation timepiece, with confidence in its availability through gray market sellers. The watch is noted for its pleasing wrist presence. On balance, owners find the Orient AA08 Diver Watch to be a satisfying choice for casual wear.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1661 Gold40mm
AA08 Diver Watch41.8mm
Power Reserve
PD-1661 Gold42h
AA08 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
PD-1661 Gold100m
AA08 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
PD-1661 Gold$120
AA08 Diver Watch$390

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
41.8mm
Thickness
13.01mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Grey

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
F6922
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$390
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