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Pagani Design PD-1645vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PD-1645
Pagani DesignPD-1645
MSRP $123
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-164542mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
PD-164540h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PD-1645100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
PD-1645$123
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$123
$328

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What people say

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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