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Pagani Design PD-1644 RainbowvsVaer D4 Meridian Solar

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PD-1644 Rainbow
Pagani DesignPD-1644 Rainbow
MSRP $128
D4 Meridian Solar
VaerD4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1644 Rainbow40mm
D4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
PD-1644 Rainbow40h
D4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
PD-1644 Rainbow100m
D4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
PD-1644 Rainbow$128
D4 Meridian Solar$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
13.18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
VK63

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$128
$399

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1644 Rainbow

Pagani Design PD-1644 Rainbow owners widely praise its "wow factor" and "super fun" aesthetic, with one owner calling its bracelet "one of the best I have," and many agree it feels and looks more expensive than its $50 price. Some owners find the dial difficult to read due to reflections, and a few dislike the "fake meteorite" dial. One owner notes sharp clasp edges and difficult micro-adjustments on the Jubilee bracelet, though it is otherwise comfortable. The PD-1644 features a shield logo on the case back and a less rounded case shape compared to other models. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1644 Rainbow highly for its impressive aesthetic and value at the price point.

Vaer D4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer D4 Meridian Solar for its excellent value, citing features like the sapphire crystal with AR coating and its solar-powered quartz movement. The watch's great colorways, unique yet simple design, and gilt hands are frequently highlighted, contributing to its appeal as a sports or outdoors watch. However, the second-hand alignment is a common point of contention, with some owners finding it annoyingly imprecise for the $399 price point, a characteristic the brand states is within normal tolerances. The steel bracelet has also been described as disappointing with sharp edges, though alternative strap options can mitigate this. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D4 Meridian Solar highly for its impressive feature set and design at its price point, despite minor criticisms regarding second-hand alignment and the stock bracelet.

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