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Pagani Design PD-1717vsVario Futurist

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PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171738mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
PD-171742h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
PD-1717200m
Futurist100m
MSRP
PD-1717$158
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$158
$648

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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 Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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