Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1717 is the cheaper of the two at $158, against $575 for the Astor + Banks Chrono — a $417 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Astor + Banks Chrono wears larger at 44mm versus 38mm for the Pagani Design PD-1717 — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Pagani Design PD-1717 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Astor + Banks Chrono.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Pagani Design PD-1717 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Astor + Banks Chrono.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Chrono run compared to the Pagani Design PD-1717?

The Astor + Banks Chrono runs a quartz caliber (Ronda 5050.B), while the Pagani Design PD-1717 runs a automatic (Miyota 8215).

Side by side

Astor + Banks ChronovsPagani Design PD-1717

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Astor + Banks Chrono

chrono

MSRP $575

Pagani Design PD-1717

pagani-design-1717

MSRP $158

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Chrono44mm

PD-171738mm

Power Reserve

Chrono40h

PD-171742h

Water Resistance

Chrono100m

PD-1717200m

MSRP

Chrono$575

PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

Ronda 5050.B

Miyota 8215

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$575

$158

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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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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