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Pagani Design PD-1734vsVaer Tactical Field

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PD-1734
Pagani DesignPD-1734
MSRP $98
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-173440mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
PD-173440h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
PD-1734100m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
PD-1734$98
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
12.5mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VH31
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$98
$199

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1734

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1734 as an excellent value, with many considering it a versatile GADA watch. The handset and indices are frequently highlighted as the best from the brand, and some owners find the mauve or white dials particularly beautiful and shimmering. However, opinions on the dial finish are mixed, with some describing the black dial as glossy, lumpy, or resembling painted plywood rather than premium, and others noting legibility issues with the blue and black variants. One owner confirmed a "Resistant" text error from an earlier version has been corrected. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1734 highly for its exceptional value and attractive handset and indices.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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