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Pagani Design PD-1719vsHELM Vanuatu Titanium

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PD-1719
Pagani DesignPD-1719
MSRP $154
Vanuatu Titanium
HELMVanuatu Titanium
MSRP $350
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Pagani Design PD-1719

Owners widely report issues with the Pagani Design PD-1719's hand alignment and lume quality, with one noting bezel play. The applied indices are appreciated, and the NH38 movement is mentioned positively by one owner. The hands are described by some as resembling chess pieces or parsnips. Overall, owners express disappointment, citing QC issues and a perceived overpricing compared to alternatives.

From video reviewers

The 300m water resistance is a notable strength. The lume is a drawback.

HELM Vanuatu Titanium

The HELM Vanuatu Titanium is widely praised by owners for its lightweight titanium construction, brushed gunmetal finish, simple design, legible hands and markers, and excellent lume, offering significant value at $300. Owners note the watch looks good in person and express enthusiasm for their existing Vanuatu Ti models. Some owners wish for Miyota 9x movements in place of the NH series. The unhardened titanium scratches easily, and the 42mm case may be too large for smaller wrists. A significant drawback is the long waiting list. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu Titanium highly for its lightweight titanium build and excellent lume at the price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171942.5mm
Vanuatu Titanium42mm
Power Reserve
PD-171942h
Vanuatu Titanium40h
Water Resistance
PD-1719300m
Vanuatu Titanium300m
MSRP
PD-1719$154
Vanuatu Titanium$350

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$154
$350
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