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Pagani Design PD-1738vsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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PD-1738
Pagani DesignPD-1738
MSRP $137
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1738

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1738 for its attractive appearance, with some calling it "very beautiful" and an "awesome gag." However, owners note the Pagani Design PD-1738 is too thick for a quartz watch, with multiple commenters stating it is significantly over 10mm. Some owners find it difficult to read and criticize it as "cheap and tacky." On balance, owners are split on the Pagani Design PD-1738, with opinions divided between its attractive appearance and its perceived thickness and legibility issues.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-173842mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
PD-173840h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
PD-173850m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
PD-1738$137
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Field
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
16mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
27mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$329
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