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Mark Time Watches M 6vsPagani Design PD-1685

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Mark Time Watches M 6

The Mark Time Watches M 6 features a 39mm case with a deep black dial that gives the hands a floating appearance, and the second hand extends to the edge of the dial. Owners appreciate the absence of a ghost date position, a minimalist logo, and actual bezel screws. However, some find telling time to the nearest minute or two is challenging. Overall, owners value the M 6 for its thoughtful design elements like the full-length second hand and functional bezel screws.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is praised as a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the watch's finishing.

Pagani Design PD-1685

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1685's striking white dial and attractive blue bezel, with some finding it a "looker" and feeling it generally high quality. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting -3 seconds per day and another seeing it run 20 seconds slow after freezing, though it remained functional after rough use. Concerns exist regarding the watch's thickness and potential wearability on smaller wrists, the lume fading quickly, and difficulty reading silver hands on the white dial in sunlight. One owner experienced a misaligned dial marker and another noted a rough crown action upon arrival, with a lume pip detaching. There is ambiguity regarding the movement used, with owners speculating about NH35A, Miyota 8215, or DG2813 clones. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1685 highly for its attractive design and perceived quality at the price point, despite some noted fit and finish inconsistencies.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
M 639mm
PD-168542mm
Power Reserve
M 6
PD-168542h
Water Resistance
M 6100m
PD-1685200m
MSRP
M 6$495
PD-1685$190

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10.6mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
0mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$495
$190
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