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Marathon GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field WatchvsPagani Design PD-1755

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Marathon GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch

Owners widely praise the Marathon GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch for its rugged quartz movement, accuracy, and tritium lume. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its solid build, legibility, and comfortable, lightweight wear, making it particularly well-suited for smaller wrists. Some owners, however, consider the price point of $350-420 to be somewhat high. On balance, the consensus is that owners rate the Marathon GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch highly for its dependable quartz accuracy and excellent tritium lume.

Pagani Design PD-1755

Owners widely report a polarizing design for the Pagani Design PD-1755, with specific criticisms leveled at the dial and bezel color coordination and the mix of curvy and pointy numerals. Some owners find the faux patina to be an "ugly yellow/orange" and express a preference for different crystal shapes. However, the all-brushed finish and clasp receive positive mentions, and some appreciate the retro-future vibe of the bezel contrast. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1755 is a watch whose design elements divide opinion, with its finishing being a notable positive for some owners.

From video reviewers

The Seiko NH35 automatic movement and sapphire crystal are cited as strengths. The bezel action is mentioned as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch34mm
PD-175540mm
Power Reserve
GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch40h
PD-175540h
Water Resistance
GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch30m
PD-1755200m
MSRP
GPQ (General Purpose Quartz) Field Watch$420
PD-1755$146

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
41mm
46mm
Lug Width
16mm
20mm
Material
Fibreshell Composite
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Acrylic
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)
Miyota 8215
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$146
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