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Pagani Design PD-YS019 SapphirevsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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PD-YS019 Sapphire
Pagani DesignPD-YS019 Sapphire
MSRP $115
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS019 Sapphire37mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS019 Sapphire40h
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS019 Sapphire50m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
PD-YS019 Sapphire$115
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
9.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
24.5mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
TMI VH31
Miyota 6T33
Type
Quartz
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$115
$888

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire

Owners widely report dial misalignment issues with the Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire, with one noting a significant mismatch between hands and indices lume. Some find the integrated bracelet sharp and difficult to adjust, while others praise the "fantastic colour" and the 37mm case wearing larger than expected. Accuracy figures are not consistently reported, though one owner described it as "VERY accurate." On balance, owners are divided on the Pagani Design PD-YS019 Sapphire, with significant concerns over dial alignment and bracelet quality tempering appreciation for its color and case proportions.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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