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Pagani Design PD-1816vsPraesidus DD-45

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PD-1816
Pagani DesignPD-1816
MSRP $115
DD-45
PraesidusDD-45
MSRP $299

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-181640mm
DD-4540mm
Power Reserve
PD-181640h
DD-4540h
Water Resistance
PD-1816100m
DD-45100m
MSRP
PD-1816$115
DD-45$299

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Thickness
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
OG

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VK67
Ameriquartz USA

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$115
$299

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1816

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1816 for its sapphire crystal and VK67 quartz movement, with some actively seeking this specific combination. One owner notes the jubilee bracelet as a positive feature. Conversely, some find the design's originality to be a weakness, with one commenter identifying it as a TinTin homage. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-1816 for its specific movement and case combination, despite some reservations about its design originality.

Praesidus DD-45

The Praesidus DD-45 is lauded for its detailed vintage-inspired design and solid finishing, with reviewers highlighting the impressive aged indices and hands on the "Patina" version and a well-finished 38mm steel case. Its 100-meter water resistance exceeds that of the original military watches, and the included leather strap is praised for its quality and vintage character, despite initial stiffness. One reviewer notes the Landeron movement exhibits jerky hand-winding. Overall, reviewers rate the Praesidus DD-45 highly for its faithful vintage aesthetic and robust build at its $900 price point.

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