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Pagani Design PD-1708vsSeiko Essentials Quartz

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PD-1708
Pagani DesignPD-1708
MSRP $120
Essentials Quartz
SeikoEssentials Quartz
MSRP $335

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-170838mm
Essentials Quartz38.9mm
Power Reserve
PD-170840h
Essentials Quartz40h
Water Resistance
PD-1708100m
Essentials Quartz100m
MSRP
PD-1708$120
Essentials Quartz$335

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
38.9mm
Thickness
11.7mm
8.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.5mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
VK64
6N52

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$335

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1708

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1708's solid build and surprisingly high-quality finishing for its price point, with one owner noting a comfortable 38mm case and a well-made tapered mesh bracelet featuring a signed safety clasp. However, the lume is described as a bit weak, though evenly applied. Accuracy with the VK64 movement averaged around +6.5 seconds per month over 14 months. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1708 highly for its value and bracelet quality at its price.

From video reviewers

The Pagani Design PD-1708 features a reliable and accurate Japanese VK64 movement. A notable weakness is the lume brightness, which could be improved, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the bezel diameter, with some users potentially finding it small for the 46mm case length, while others may not have an issue with it.

Seiko Essentials Quartz

Seiko Essentials Quartz is widely praised for its exceptional value and comfortable, lightweight wearability, particularly the titanium models on mesh which weigh only 50g. Owners highlight the thin 8.4mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance as key strengths. One owner noted the dark greenish dial was less impressive than a black alternative. The titanium bracelet's wider gaps due to its smaller center link drew criticism from one user. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz highly for its comfortable, lightweight titanium build and impressive specifications at its price point.

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