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Pagani Design PD-YS008vsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

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PD-YS008
Pagani DesignPD-YS008
MSRP $137
Prospex SPEEDTIMER
SeikoProspex SPEEDTIMER
MSRP $725
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.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's gorgeous, unique red dial and vintage-inspired design, finding it a sturdy and reliable everyday watch. Some owners, however, question the value proposition at around $700 for a solar quartz model, citing its 13-15mm thickness and the 24-hour subdial as drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1/+2 seconds per day, while another notes the V192 solar movement offers a six-month power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER a capable and versatile chronograph, with its striking dial and everyday wearability being the most frequently cited strengths.

From video reviewers

The Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER's solar movement provides reliable power without battery replacements and accurate timekeeping, with a claimed accuracy of ±15 seconds per month. A notable trade-off is the watch's slightly thicker profile and somewhat lacking lume brightness. Reviewers disagree on whether the bezel action is smooth and clicky, with one reviewer praising it and the other not mentioning it.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS00841mm
Prospex SPEEDTIMER39mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS00840h
Prospex SPEEDTIMER40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS008100m
Prospex SPEEDTIMER100m
MSRP
PD-YS008$137
Prospex SPEEDTIMER$725

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
V192

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$725
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