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Pagani Design PD-1764vsZelos Helmsman 3

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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.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-176440mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
PD-176442h
Helmsman 3
Water Resistance
PD-1764200m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
PD-1764$142
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
SS - Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$142
$529
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