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Pagani Design PD-YS020vsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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PD-YS020
Pagani DesignPD-YS020
MSRP $145
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329
What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS020

Owners widely report issues with the Pagani Design PD-YS020's integrated bracelet, describing it as stiff, ill-fitting, and difficult to resize due to stiff pins and a lack of half links, leading to discomfort and a "bangle-like" feel for some. The seconds hand alignment and dial brushing are also noted as imperfect. However, some owners find the watch beautiful and thin, with the silver dial offering surprising light play, and consider it a well-done homage for its price. On balance, owners find the Pagani Design PD-YS020's bracelet design and sizing challenges to be significant drawbacks that detract from its wearability.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS02037mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS02040h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS020100m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
PD-YS020$145
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
37mm
40mm
Thickness
7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
14.4mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VJ21

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$329
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