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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsZelos Comet 39

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Tantalum LE

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Pearl DG5833A
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$2,499

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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