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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsPagani Design PD-1888

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

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

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
PD-188840mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
PD-188842h
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
PD-1888100m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
PD-1888$171

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Thickness
12.25mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Lug Width
22mm
21mm
Finish
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Dial Color
White
Indices
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330-2
Pearl DG5833A
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Jewels
25
0
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$171
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