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Pagani Design PD-1654vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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PD-1654
Pagani DesignPD-1654
MSRP $74
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-165440mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
PD-165440h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PD-1654100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
PD-1654$74
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$74
$328

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1654

Pagani Design PD-1654 owners widely praise its stunning dial and exceptional value. One owner notes the original leather strap proved surprisingly durable over three years of daily wear, though another community member found the strap to be of lesser quality. Concerns exist regarding the watch's claimed water resistance and the absence of a sapphire crystal. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1654 highly for its eye-catching dial and affordability.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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