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Pagani Design PD-1784 GMTvsRolex Sky-Dweller

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PD-1784 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1784 GMT
MSRP $171
Sky-Dweller
RolexSky-Dweller
MSRP $51,400
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT for its classic design and attractive dial details, with some noting favorable case brushing. However, the lume is consistently described as weak or atrocious, and several owners find the watch's 14mm thickness and thin bracelet to be drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a unit running +5 minutes per hour, while others do not mention specific timekeeping issues. The consensus among owners is that the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT is overpriced above $100, with many suggesting a price point of $60-80. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT as a visually appealing watch with some build quality concerns and a questionable value proposition at higher price points.

Rolex Sky-Dweller

The Rolex Sky-Dweller is widely praised for its exceptionally good fit and finish, with crisply defined dial markers and hands showing irreproachable attention to detail. Owners appreciate its complexity, rarity, and unique presence, with many considering it Rolex's most complicated watch and a conversation starter, distinct from the Datejust. The dual-time zone and annual calendar complication, controlled by the Ring Command Bezel, are seen as difficult to replicate and offer good value within Rolex's lineup. However, opinions are split on the 42mm case size, with some finding it too large and heavy, even uncomfortable on smaller wrists, while others report it wears surprisingly well. Certain configurations, like the stainless steel blue or green dial models, are very difficult to obtain from authorized dealers and command high grey market prices.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1784 GMT40mm
Sky-Dweller42mm
Power Reserve
PD-1784 GMT42h
Sky-Dweller72h
Water Resistance
PD-1784 GMT200m
Sky-Dweller100m
MSRP
PD-1784 GMT$171
Sky-Dweller$51,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
18 kt yellow gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Indices
Applied
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34
9002
Power Reserve
42h
72h
Jewels
25
40
Complications
None
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$51,400
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