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Audaz Reef DivervsPagani Design PD-1679

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Reef Diver
AudazReef Diver
MSRP $420
What people say

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Audaz Reef Diver

The Audaz Reef Diver is described as a bold, rugged, and dependable tool watch with a focus on clarity and accuracy for diving. It features a 45mm 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, Super-LumiNova C3, and 300m water resistance. One owner notes it is a large, heavy watch. The Audaz Reef Diver is powered by a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is priced starting at $269. Overall, owners and reviewers view the Audaz Reef Diver positively as a robust tool watch with a clear dial and strong water resistance for its price.

Pagani Design PD-1679

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1679 for its exceptional value, with many citing its impressive finishing and quality for the price, some even comparing it favorably to more expensive timepieces. Specific highlights include the "Tommy" color scheme, a comfortable canvas-look strap with a durable rubber backing and a cool buckle, and a transparent case back. The bezel action is noted as decent, and the C3 lume, while bright, is reported by some to wear off quickly, with others describing it as poor. Some owners dislike the dial numerals and find the watch to be thick or chunky. The second crown is purely decorative. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1679 highly for its outstanding value and attractive design elements at its low price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef Diver45mm
PD-167942mm
Power Reserve
Reef Diver
PD-167942h
Water Resistance
Reef Diver300m
PD-1679100m
MSRP
Reef Diver$420
PD-1679$150

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
15.5mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Camouflage
Black
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$150
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