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Audaz Reef DivervsPagani Design PD-1783

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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-1783

Owners praise the Pagani Design PD-1783 for its value, with specific mentions of the Seiko NH36A movement and day-date complication. One owner finds the 40mm model with a purple dial "blingy" and enjoyable, reporting no issues with the day wheel. Another highlights the Wimbledon dial with Roman numerals and a flat sapphire crystal for a cleaner aesthetic. The 36mm variant uses the ST16 movement, with one owner reporting six months of trouble-free operation, though others have experienced issues with this mechanism. On balance, owners appreciate the Pagani Design PD-1783 for its accessible day-date functionality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Reef Diver45mm
PD-178340mm
Power Reserve
Reef Diver
PD-178342h
Water Resistance
Reef Diver300m
PD-1783100m
MSRP
Reef Diver$420
PD-1783$175

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
40mm
Thickness
15.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
46mm
Lug Width
24mm
21mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$175
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