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Bremont ionBirdvsPagani Design PD-YS005

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
PD-YS005
Pagani DesignPD-YS005
MSRP $171

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
PD-YS00541mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
PD-YS00542h
Water Resistance
ionBird
PD-YS005200m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
PD-YS005$171

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$171

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Pagani Design PD-YS005

Pagani Design PD-YS005 owners widely praise its thin, comfortable case and attractive appearance, with many considering it a stunning homage. Reviewers note the Seiko NH-35A automatic movement, 200m water resistance, solid link bracelet with milled clasp, and domed sapphire crystal. However, lume is frequently described as poor or inconsistent, with one owner finding the fauxtina too orange and another reporting sharp bezel edges prone to accidental rotation. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS005 highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at the price point.

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