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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsZelos Spearfish 3

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Diver - Forged Carbon

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Pearl DG5833A
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$749

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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 Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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