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Pagani Design PD-1708vsSeiko Essentials Daywear

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What people say

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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 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-170838mm
Essentials Daywear39.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-170840h
Essentials Daywear40h
Water Resistance
PD-1708100m
Essentials Daywear100m
MSRP
PD-1708$120
Essentials Daywear$325

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.7mm
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 VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
6N76

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$325
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