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Astor + Banks ChronovsPagani Design PD-1708

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

Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
PD-1708
Pagani DesignPD-1708
MSRP $120

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
PD-170838mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
PD-170840h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
PD-1708100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
PD-1708$120

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
11.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$120

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Pagani Design PD-1708

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1708's solid build and surprisingly high-quality finishing for its price point, with one owner noting a comfortable 38mm case and a well-made tapered mesh bracelet featuring a signed safety clasp. However, the lume is described as a bit weak, though evenly applied. Accuracy with the VK64 movement averaged around +6.5 seconds per month over 14 months. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1708 highly for its value and bracelet quality at its price.

From video reviewers

The Pagani Design PD-1708 features a reliable and accurate Japanese VK64 movement. A notable weakness is the lume brightness, which could be improved, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the bezel diameter, with some users potentially finding it small for the 46mm case length, while others may not have an issue with it.

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