Nivada Grenchen Antarctic 35mm AutomaticvsPagani Design PD-1717

The Nivada Grenchen Antarctic 35mm Automatic is lauded for its authentic vintage proportions, slim 7mm case profile, and elegant, understated design, with reviewers highlighting its charm, versatility, and friendly price. Owners and reviewers praise its comfortable 35mm size and long lugs for good wrist presence, manual-wind Landeron 21 movement, and applied indices. Some owners note an odd transition between the fully high-polished case and the dull outer links of the Beads of Rice bracelet. Water resistance is limited to 50 meters due to the push-pull crown, and lume is not particularly strong, with one reviewer finding the beige lume on a white dial a slight mismatch. The 36-hour power reserve is also noted. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic 35mm Automatic highly for its faithful vintage recreation and value at its price point.

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.