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Bremont The Meta KronosvsPagani Design PD-1649

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The Meta Kronos
BremontThe Meta Kronos
MSRP $3,145
PD-1649
Pagani DesignPD-1649
MSRP $120

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Meta Kronos40mm
PD-164944mm
Power Reserve
The Meta Kronos40h
PD-164942h
Water Resistance
The Meta Kronos30m
PD-1649100m
MSRP
The Meta Kronos$3,145
PD-1649$120

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40mm
44mm
Thickness
13mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,145
$120

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What people say

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Bremont The Meta Kronos

Bremont The Meta Kronos is praised for its comfortable 40mm size, retro sapphire crystal, and simple dial. Owners note its GMT function and call it a "strap monster." This specific Meta employee edition is a custom S302 Kronos GMT limited to around 54 pieces, featuring a modified automatic movement, GMT functionality, and a custom dial with "move fast" text and Meta-specific colors. It is offered for $3700 plus shipping. On balance, owners value Bremont The Meta Kronos for its wearable size and classic dive watch aesthetic.

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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