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Makydo Makydo 38vsPagani Design PD-1693 GMT

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Makydo 38
MakydoMakydo 38
MSRP $354
PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
What people say

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Makydo 38

Owners widely praise the Makydo 38 for its excellent finishing and comfortable wearability as a daily watch. The mosaic dial and leather watch roll are noted as distinctive inclusions. However, some question its value proposition at the stated price point, and one owner reported a negative customer service experience; opinion on the asymmetrical case shape is split, with some finding it interesting and classy while others are less convinced. Overall, owners rate the Makydo 38 highly for its finishing quality and practical daily-wear comfort, though pricing remains a point of contention in the community.

Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT

Owners widely report issues with the DG5833GMT movement in the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT, including the minute hand jumping significantly when setting the time and general unreliability leading to failures within months. While one owner noted timekeeping within +/- 5 seconds per day, others suggest opting for models with the NH34 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT's movement reliability is a significant concern for owners.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Makydo 3838mm
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Makydo 3840h
PD-1693 GMT43h
Water Resistance
Makydo 38150m
PD-1693 GMT200m
MSRP
Makydo 38$354
PD-1693 GMT$145

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
13.2mm
14mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Pearl DG5833A
Power Reserve
40h
43h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$354
$145
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