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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38vsPagani Design PD-1708

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Super Chronomat Automatic 38
BreitlingSuper Chronomat Automatic 38
MSRP $15,850
PD-1708
Pagani DesignPD-1708
MSRP $120
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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-1708

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1708's solid build and surprisingly high-quality finishing for its price point, with one owner noting a comfortable 38mm case and a well-made tapered mesh bracelet featuring a signed safety clasp. However, the lume is described as a bit weak, though evenly applied. Accuracy with the VK64 movement averaged around +6.5 seconds per month over 14 months. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1708 highly for its value and bracelet quality at its price.

From video reviewers

The Pagani Design PD-1708 features a reliable and accurate Japanese VK64 movement. A notable weakness is the lume brightness, which could be improved, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the bezel diameter, with some users potentially finding it small for the 46mm case length, while others may not have an issue with it.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838mm
PD-170838mm
Power Reserve
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838h
PD-170840h
Water Resistance
Super Chronomat Automatic 38100m
PD-1708100m
MSRP
Super Chronomat Automatic 38$15,850
PD-1708$120

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Thickness
11.88mm
11.7mm
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 VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$15,850
$120
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