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Pagani Design PD-1784 GMTvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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PD-1784 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1784 GMT
MSRP $171
Spence 300
SpinnakerSpence 300
MSRP $650

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1784 GMT40mm
Spence 30040mm
Power Reserve
PD-1784 GMT42h
Spence 30040h
Water Resistance
PD-1784 GMT200m
Spence 300300m
MSRP
PD-1784 GMT$171
Spence 300$650

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
12.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Aquamarine

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH34
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$650

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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.

Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

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