Which is cheaper, the Pagani Design PD-1764 or the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton?

At MSRP the Pagani Design PD-1764 is the cheaper of the two at $128, against $435 for the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton — a $307 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Pagani Design PD-1764 or the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Pagani Design PD-1764 — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Pagani Design PD-1764 or the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton?

The Pagani Design PD-1764 is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Pagani Design PD-1764 or the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton?

The Pagani Design PD-1764 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton.

What movement does the Pagani Design PD-1764 run compared to the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Pagani Design PD-1764 uses the Miyota 8215 and the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Pagani Design PD-1764vsSpinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Pagani Design PD-1764

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MSRP $128

Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

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MSRP $435

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

PD-176440mm

Croft 42 Skeleton42mm

Power Reserve

PD-176442h

Croft 42 Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

PD-1764200m

Croft 42 Skeleton100m

MSRP

PD-1764$128

Croft 42 Skeleton$435

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Steel

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Miyota 8215

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

42h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$128

$435

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1764

The Pagani Design PD-1764's dial closely resembles an original Rolex Oyster Perpetual, making it almost indistinguishable from the real thing. The watch features smooth and precise bezel action. The case finishing is very well done, with a nice satin finish that's not too shiny and not too dull. The watch's price point is relatively high compared to other similar homages on the market. The lume is not very bright, which might be a drawback for those who want a easy to read in low-light conditions.

Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton offers good build quality for its price, with some finding it a decent buy on sale. Reviewers note the 42mm case provides significant wrist presence. However, opinions are split on legibility and aesthetics, with some finding it poorly executed and uninteresting while others consider it one of the more legible skeleton watches. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH70 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, though one reviewer considered the movement uninteresting. The bracelet and clasp are considered mediocre for the price point. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton to be a polarizing but potentially good value skeletonized dive watch when purchased on sale, with its build quality being a key positive for many.

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