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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsPagani Design PD-1888

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Pagani Design PD-1888

Pagani Design PD-1888 owners widely praise its premium bracelet and clasp, comfortable wear, and unique 24-hour wheel implementation. Some owners find the green and blue dial variants appealing with minimal branding. However, some community members feel the watch is overpriced, with a perceived value closer to $125-$150, and one owner noted disappointment with the date display legibility. Another owner finds the crown winding feel jumpy and dislikes the rehaut text. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1888 highly for its bracelet, clasp, and unique dial features at its price point.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
PD-188840mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
PD-188842h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
PD-1888100m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
PD-1888$171

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Thickness
12.4mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
Black
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Pearl DG5833A
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$171
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