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Pagani Design PD-1707vsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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PD-1707
Pagani DesignPD-1707
MSRP $111
Essentials Daywear
SeikoEssentials Daywear
MSRP $325
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1707

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1707 for its sporty, masculine, and technically elegant appearance, with many finding its size and weight comfortable and well-balanced. The general finish is considered excellent for the price, and the dial is described as awesome and beautiful. However, some owners note slightly sharp edges on the bracelet links, and the bracelet itself is described as poor by one user. The bezel is often misaligned, and the chronograph seconds hand is small and hard to see. Additionally, the tiny screw-down chronograph pushers are difficult to operate, especially on the wrist, and the subdials can hinder quick time reading. Some owners note the end link appears larger than the lugs. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1707 highly for its attractive design and good finishing at the price, despite some functional and finishing drawbacks.

Seiko Essentials Daywear

Seiko Essentials Daywear is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight design, featuring a thin 8.4mm case and 100m water resistance. Owners appreciate the convenience of its quartz movement and sapphire crystal. One owner notes the titanium bracelet has larger gaps due to its smaller center link. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Daywear highly for its comfortable wearability and strong value proposition.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-170740mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-170740h
Essentials Daywear40h
Water Resistance
PD-1707100m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
PD-1707$111
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.2mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.7mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
6N76

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$111
$325
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