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Bremont ionBirdvsPagani Design PD-1649

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
PD-1649
Pagani DesignPD-1649
MSRP $120

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
PD-164944mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
PD-164942h
Water Resistance
ionBird
PD-1649100m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
PD-1649$120

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$120

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

Pagani Design PD-1649

The Pagani Design PD-1649 is praised for its attractive appearance, though some owners note a large case and crown. The 60-click bezel is flagged for significant back play, and the lume is considered poor. Owners report the stock leather strap can be tight at the lugs, and one owner upgraded the mineral crystal for better anti-reflective coating, while also questioning the 3 o'clock date window placement. On balance, owners appreciate the aesthetic of the Pagani Design PD-1649, with a common point of contention being the bezel back play and crystal quality.

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