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Traska Freediver ArcticvsPagani Design PD-1731

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What people say

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Traska Freediver Arctic

Owners widely praise the Traska Freediver Arctic for its pleasing design and excellent value, with particular commendation for its bracelet featuring hardening and micro-adjustments, which some find superior to those on higher-priced watches. The 48mm lug-to-lug dimension is considered wearable, even on smaller wrists, due to the bracelet's female endlinks and the newer generation's taper. Owners are split on the bracelet's comfort, with some finding it sharp and preferring alternative straps, while others find it comfortable. Some owners note mismatched lume on the hands and dial markers. Overall, owners rate the Traska Freediver Arctic highly for its aesthetic appeal and feature set at its price point.

From video reviewers

The bracelet and clasp are exceptionally well-built. The hard coating adds durability for daily wear. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Pagani Design PD-1731

Pagani Design PD-1731 owners praise its simple, neutral dial that pairs well with various straps and bracelets, along with its good build quality and materials. The watch is powered by a Seiko VH31 meca-quartz movement and is widely considered outstanding value. One owner noted an issue with a bracelet screw. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1731 highly for its versatility and value.

From video reviewers

The Seiko VH31 meca-quartz movement with its sweeping seconds hand is a consistent strength. Reviewers noted issues with screw quality control and the caseback. There was disagreement on whether the 10 Bar water resistance was a significant weakness.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Freediver Arctic40mm
PD-173138mm
Power Reserve
Freediver Arctic42h
PD-173140h
Water Resistance
Freediver Arctic200m
PD-1731100m
MSRP
Freediver Arctic$735
PD-1731$107

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko VH31
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25
Complications
Chronograph, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$735
$107
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