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Pagani Design PD-1717vsRolex Submariner Date

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PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158
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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.

Rolex Submariner Date

The Rolex Submariner Date is widely discussed for its functional date complication and iconic cyclops lens, which some owners find essential for daily use and a classic Rolex feature, while others prefer the cleaner, more symmetrical aesthetic of the no-date version. Some owners consider the Submariner Date a versatile, lifelong watch that holds its value, though one owner reported boredom after five months. On balance, owners are divided on the cyclops and date function, with a significant portion favoring the no-date model for its dial symmetry and historical appeal.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171738mm
Submariner Date41mm
Power Reserve
PD-171742h
Submariner Date70h
Water Resistance
PD-1717200m
Submariner Date300m
MSRP
PD-1717$158
Submariner Date$19,450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Rolesor
Finish
Brushed and polished
18 kt yellow gold
Water Resistance
200m
300m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
3235
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$158
$19,450
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