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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsPhoibos Wave Master GMT

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Wave Master GMT40h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Wave Master GMT200m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Wave Master GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

2 specs
Diameter
42mm
39.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12.7mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Pearl DG5833A
SII NH34
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$399

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT

Owners widely report issues with the DG5833GMT movement in the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT, including the minute hand jumping significantly when setting the time and general unreliability leading to failures within months. While one owner noted timekeeping within +/- 5 seconds per day, others suggest opting for models with the NH34 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT's movement reliability is a significant concern for owners.

Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

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