Pagani Design PD-1818vsSpinnaker Croft Pioneer

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Pagani Design PD-1818 at true scale

PD-1818

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer at true scale

Croft Pioneer

Diameter

42mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

14.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$185

lowest

$199

Movement

Miyota 8215

Seiko NH35

Case

3 specs
Thickness
14.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Grey

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$185
$199
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Pagani Design PD-1818

Owners widely report a preference for a smaller case size, with one owner specifically disliking the date window, viewing it as a poorly executed afterthought. The Pagani Design PD-1818 is considered overpriced by some, particularly when compared to sibling models. On balance, owners find the Pagani Design PD-1818 to be a watch where the primary point of contention is its pricing and case size options.

Spinnaker Croft Pioneer

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer for its detailed workmanship, satisfying look, and dial tones that appear distinct in sunlight, with some noting excellent timekeeping and good lume. The watch is considered a decent build for its price, offering a unique design and better finish quality than other watches in the same price range, with one owner specifically mentioning neat dolphin indices and a natural black aventurine dial. However, the bracelet and clasp are frequently criticized as being of poor quality, and one owner found the leather strap rigid and the crown difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Croft Pioneer highly for its unique dial and overall finishing at its price point, despite significant criticism of the bracelet.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Croft Pioneer offers good value for its price point. The vintage-inspired design is a key selling point.