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Pagani Design PD-1649vsPhoibos Apollo

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PD-1649
Pagani DesignPD-1649
MSRP $120
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-164944mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
PD-164942h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
PD-1649100m
Apollo200m
MSRP
PD-1649$120
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
15mm
11mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Hardlex
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$460

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What people say

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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