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Pagani Design PD-YS005vsSinn U18

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PD-YS005
Pagani DesignPD-YS005
MSRP $171
U18
SinnU18
MSRP $3,488
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.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS00541mm
U1844mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS00542h
U1842h
Water Resistance
PD-YS005200m
U182,000m
MSRP
PD-YS005$171
U18$3,488

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
41mm
44mm
Thickness
13mm
15.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
high-strength
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
2000m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Sellita SW300-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$3,488
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