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Pagani Design PD-1682 GMTvsVaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

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PD-1682 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1682 GMT
MSRP $120
RS1 Rally Chronograph
VaerRS1 Rally Chronograph
MSRP $279

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1682 GMT42mm
RS1 Rally Chronograph40mm
Power Reserve
PD-1682 GMT40h
RS1 Rally Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PD-1682 GMT100m
RS1 Rally Chronograph100m
MSRP
PD-1682 GMT$120
RS1 Rally Chronograph$279

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$279

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1682 GMT

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1682 GMT for its exceptional value, noting a well-finished 316L stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The bracelet and clasp are frequently cited as solid and comfortable, with one owner reporting zero issues after two years of daily wear and swimming. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner observing around 10 seconds per day and another at +12 seconds per day, while another found the NH34 movement's operation crisp and smooth. Some owners note minor finish imperfections, such as a misaligned GMT hand and weak dial lume, though hand lume is considered better. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1682 GMT highly for its impressive build quality and wearability at its price point.

Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph for its legibility, with the red seconds hand noted as a standout feature. The watch is described as comfortable and good-looking, and many appreciate the inclusion of three quick-release straps. However, some owners report issues with the quality of the included steel bracelet, stating it does not seat flush on the case and that stock straps fit poorly. One owner also noted that the brand has faced criticism regarding perceived quality within its price range. Overall, owners rate the Vaer RS1 Rally Chronograph highly for its legibility and strap versatility, despite concerns about bracelet quality.

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