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Pagani Design PD-1690vsPraesidus Desert Field

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Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1690

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1690 for its Tiffany blue dial, a rare feature under $300. However, the finishing on the indices is noted as a disappointment, and the "P.t. Time" text is considered unnecessary dial clutter. On balance, owners are drawn to the PD-1690 for its distinctive dial color at an accessible price point.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

From video reviewers

The 34mm case size is cited as a strength for comfortable wear. Water resistance beyond brief immersion is a potential limitation. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-169040mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
PD-169042h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
PD-1690200m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
PD-1690$149
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
34mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Red

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Ronda 515
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$149
$195
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