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Pagani Design PD-1644 Full BlackvsPraesidus Arctic Field

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

PD-1644 Full Black
Pagani DesignPD-1644 Full Black
MSRP $115
Arctic Field
PraesidusArctic Field
MSRP $195
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1644 Full Black

Pagani Design PD-1644 Full Black owners praise its incredible value, solid build quality with stainless steel cases, solid end links, and sapphire crystals, and the sweeping chronograph seconds hand provided by its Seiko VK63 mecaquartz movement. Some owners appreciate its finishing and feel on the wrist, considering it a legitimate brand rather than a replica. However, subdial legibility can be an issue in low light, and the lume is described as almost non-existent. One owner notes sharp clasp edges, and another points out that hands may not always align perfectly. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1644 Full Black highly for its exceptional value and mecaquartz chronograph functionality at its price point.

Praesidus Arctic Field

The Praesidus Arctic Field is noted for its good readability and a faux patina that suits its style, with a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal being a welcome detail. One reviewer highlights its 38mm titanium case with a brushed finish and 11.35mm thickness as well-crafted and elegant. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus Arctic Field to be a readable and well-finished field watch.

From video reviewers

The sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance are noted strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on weaknesses.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1644 Full Black40mm
Arctic Field34mm
Power Reserve
PD-1644 Full Black40h
Arctic Field40h
Water Resistance
PD-1644 Full Black100m
Arctic Field50m
MSRP
PD-1644 Full Black$115
Arctic Field$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Thickness
12mm
9.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Gray

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
TMI VH-31 Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$115
$195
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