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Astor + Banks ChronovsPagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
PD-1788 GMT NH34
Pagani DesignPD-1788 GMT NH34
MSRP $196
What people say

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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-1788 GMT NH34

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34 for its good size and attractive design, with some noting it appears to be a quality step up for the brand. However, opinions are split on its value and aesthetic execution; some owners love it and find it cool, while others consider it a poor copy, too expensive, and note issues like faded dial print and a bracelet that looks bad on certain variants. One owner found their unit arrived DOA, and another suggests regulating the NH34 movement for reliability. Overall, owners are divided on the Pagani Design PD-1788 GMT NH34, with strong opinions ranging from love for its design and perceived quality to criticism of its execution and price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
PD-1788 GMT NH3440mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
PD-1788 GMT NH3442h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
PD-1788 GMT NH34100m
MSRP
Chrono$575
PD-1788 GMT NH34$196

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
44mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
NH34
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$196
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