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Pagani Design PD-1717vsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171738mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
PD-171742h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
PD-1717200m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
PD-1717$158
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 82s5
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$158
$428

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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