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Pagani Design PD-1759vsRolex Sea-Dweller

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PD-1759
Pagani DesignPD-1759
MSRP $130
Sea-Dweller
RolexSea-Dweller
MSRP $14,550
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1759

Pagani Design PD-1759 owners praise its value for money and aesthetic appeal at its price point. Some owners express a desire for a sterile dial and a no-date configuration, and note that the butterfly bracelet's lack of half-links hinders achieving a precise fit. Overall, owners find the Pagani Design PD-1759 to be a good value proposition for its appearance, though some wish for dial and bracelet refinements.

Rolex Sea-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sea-Dweller's matte dial with red lettering, with some calling it the best dial on a modern Rolex. The watch is noted for its substantial presence, with some owners appreciating its "chunkiness" and "clean look," while others find it wears smaller than its 43mm size suggests. The Sea-Dweller is considered by some to be a superior, more masculine dive watch than alternatives. However, the watch's thickness and 215-gram weight are frequently cited as potential drawbacks, making it best suited for larger wrists. Some owners find the cyclops on newer models detracts from the watch's aesthetic, with one reviewer calling it "goofy." The Sea-Dweller is also considered less versatile and popular than other models due to its size and thickness. Overall, owners rate the Rolex Sea-Dweller highly for its distinct dial and substantial presence, though its size and thickness make it a niche choice for those with larger wrists.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-175940mm
Sea-Dweller43mm
Power Reserve
PD-175942h
Sea-Dweller70h
Water Resistance
PD-1759100m
Sea-Dweller1,220m
MSRP
PD-1759$130
Sea-Dweller$14,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
1220m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
3235
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
25
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$130
$14,550
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