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Pagani Design PD-1645vsHemel HFT20

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PD-1645
Pagani DesignPD-1645
MSRP $123
HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-164542mm
HFT2042mm
Power Reserve
PD-164540h
HFT2040h
Water Resistance
PD-1645100m
HFT20100m
MSRP
PD-1645$123
HFT20$450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$123
$450

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1645

Pagani Design PD-1645 owners praise its value, citing the reliable Seiko NH35A automatic movement and sapphire crystal. The 42mm case offers 100m water resistance and a solid endlink bracelet with screw-in links. However, the lume is widely considered poor, and the stock bracelet is criticized for being jangly and lacking adequate micro-adjustments. On balance, owners view the Pagani Design PD-1645 as a capable beater watch primarily due to its robust movement and construction at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The sapphire crystal is a notable strength. Reviewers did not reach consensus on any weaknesses.

Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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