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Pagani Design PD-YS020vsVaer Tactical Field

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PD-YS020
Pagani DesignPD-YS020
MSRP $145
Tactical Field
VaerTactical Field
MSRP $199

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS02037mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS02040h
Tactical Field40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS020100m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
PD-YS020$145
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
37mm
36mm
Thickness
7mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Lug Width
14.4mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
36mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VJ21
Miyota 2035

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$199

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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 Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

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