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Pagani Design PD-YS005vsPhoibos Leviathan

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PD-YS005
Pagani DesignPD-YS005
MSRP $171
Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $399

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS00541mm
Leviathan40mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS00542h
Leviathan40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS005200m
Leviathan200m
MSRP
PD-YS005$171
Leviathan$399

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
SII NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$399

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS005

Pagani Design PD-YS005 owners widely praise its thin, comfortable case and attractive appearance, with many considering it a stunning homage. Reviewers note the Seiko NH-35A automatic movement, 200m water resistance, solid link bracelet with milled clasp, and domed sapphire crystal. However, lume is frequently described as poor or inconsistent, with one owner finding the fauxtina too orange and another reporting sharp bezel edges prone to accidental rotation. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS005 highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at the price point.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Leviathan for its excellent value, superb case finishing, and generous lume. The watch is described as visually striking, legible, and well-made, with a unique case design, sapphire crystal, and a comfortable FKM strap or excellent bracelet with a milled clasp and quick adjustments. Some owners note the bezel's staggered jimping can cause fingers to slip, and the beveled crystal can distort the view of indices. Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting losing 5-10 seconds per day without a winder, while others state it keeps accurate time out of the box. The watch is frequently described as heavy and thick, with some owners finding it too large for wrists smaller than 7.5 inches, although newer models feature an improved clasp for better comfort and functionality. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its striking design and impressive finishing at an accessible price point.

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