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Vaer SwissvsPagani Design PD-1717

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Swiss
VaerSwiss
MSRP $1,099
PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
PD-171738mm
Power Reserve
Swiss40h
PD-171742h
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
PD-1717200m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
38mm
Thickness
9.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Swiss
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$158

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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