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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38vsPagani Design PD-1644

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Super Chronomat Automatic 38
BreitlingSuper Chronomat Automatic 38
MSRP $15,850
PD-1644
Pagani DesignPD-1644
MSRP $111
What people say

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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Owners find the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 on a rouleaux bracelet works well, though some note the case feels substantial and wish for bracelet micro-adjustment. One owner reported significant accuracy issues, with the watch running between +5 to +20 seconds per day or -30 seconds per day, and an inconsistent power reserve around 36 hours, requiring two service visits. Overall, owners are split on the 38mm sizing, with some finding it ideal and others preferring larger cases.

Pagani Design PD-1644

Pagani Design PD-1644 owners widely praise its value, sapphire crystal, and Seiko VK63 mecha-quartz movement. However, legibility is a frequent concern, with owners noting issues in low light due to reflections and the color of the indices, especially on white dials. Some owners report dial misalignment or hands that do not always align perfectly, though others find this acceptable for the price. The Jubilee bracelet is comfortable, but its clasp edges are sharp and micro-adjustments are difficult. Lume is described as nearly non-existent. On balance, owners rate the Pagani PD-1644 highly for its impressive value and movement, despite recurring legibility and alignment concerns.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838mm
PD-164440mm
Power Reserve
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838h
PD-164440h
Water Resistance
Super Chronomat Automatic 38100m
PD-1644100m
MSRP
Super Chronomat Automatic 38$15,850
PD-1644$111

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.88mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Red Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Seiko VK63
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,850
$111
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