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Pagani Design PD-1668vsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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PD-1668
Pagani DesignPD-1668
MSRP $137
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-166843mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
PD-166840h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
PD-1668100m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
PD-1668$137
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
10.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

1 specs
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$239

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1668

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1668 for its sharp, elegant appearance and a fantastic bracelet clasp, with some noting that a silicone strap enhances its appeal. However, the 60-click bezel is described as clunky, and the bracelet finishing is considered poor, lacking micro-adjustments. One owner also flagged that initial finishing required polishing to achieve a more high-end look. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1668 highly for its elegant aesthetic and the transformative effect of aftermarket straps.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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