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Hemel HFT20vsPagani Design PD-1654

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
PD-1654
Pagani DesignPD-1654
MSRP $74

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
PD-165440mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
PD-165440h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
PD-1654100m
MSRP
HFT20$450
PD-1654$74

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$74

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What people say

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Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

Pagani Design PD-1654

Pagani Design PD-1654 owners widely praise its stunning dial and exceptional value. One owner notes the original leather strap proved surprisingly durable over three years of daily wear, though another community member found the strap to be of lesser quality. Concerns exist regarding the watch's claimed water resistance and the absence of a sapphire crystal. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1654 highly for its eye-catching dial and affordability.

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