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Pagani Design PD-1717vsOrient Kamasu

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158
Kamasu
OrientKamasu
MSRP $375
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

Orient Kamasu

Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its excellent value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and attractive design featuring applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its strong lume, hacking and hand-winding movement, sapphire crystal, and sub-42mm dimensions. Some owners note a rattle, a crown that can be hard to grip, and a bezel with noticeable play or a tendency to become sticky. The bracelet is frequently criticized for its hollow end links and pressed clasp, though opinions on its taper vary. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from approximately +15 seconds per day to more precise timekeeping. Overall, owners rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171738mm
Kamasu41.8mm
Power Reserve
PD-171742h
Kamasu40h
Water Resistance
PD-1717200m
Kamasu200m
MSRP
PD-1717$158
Kamasu$375

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
41.8mm
Thickness
13mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$158
$375
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