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Pagani Design PD-1701vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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PD-1701
Pagani DesignPD-1701
MSRP $133
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-170140mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
PD-170140h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PD-1701100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
PD-1701$133
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
VK63
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$133
$328

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1701

Pagani Design PD-1701 owners widely praise its excellent value and surprising quality for the price, noting its accurate Seiko mechaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. Some owners report issues with misaligned bezels and hands, sharp edges on the stainless steel bracelet, and graphics rubbing off on gold accents. Criticisms also include a lack of anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal and weak lume. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1701 highly for its impressive functionality and aesthetics given its cost.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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