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Pagani Design PD-YS008vsPhoibos Argo

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PD-YS008
Pagani DesignPD-YS008
MSRP $137
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS00841mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS00840h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS008100m
Argo200m
MSRP
PD-YS008$137
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
41mm
40.5mm
Thickness
13mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VK63
SII NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$345

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS008

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS008 for its stunning, color-shifting grey dial and 3D-effect hands, with many calling it their favorite model from the brand due to its beautiful case design, unique lugs, and good finishing. The watch is powered by a Seiko VK63 mecha-quartz movement and is noted for its crisp, clicky pushers. Some owners find the 41mm case size and 12mm thickness very wearable, fitting well on various straps. However, multiple owners and reviewers flag the included leather strap as poor quality and very stiff. Specific criticisms include a recessed, non-color-matched date wheel, a potentially loose crown that doesn't screw down, and issues with the minute hand jumping backward when setting the time. One owner also noted minor gold plating flaws and a lack of anti-reflective coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS008 highly for its dial and case design, offering excellent value despite noted strap quality issues.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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