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Pagani Design PD-1668vsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

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PD-1668
Pagani DesignPD-1668
MSRP $137
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-166843mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
PD-166840h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
PD-1668100m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
PD-1668$137
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$218

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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.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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