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Pagani Design PD-1651 Rose GoldvsVario 1918 Medic Brass

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PD-1651 Rose Gold
Pagani DesignPD-1651 Rose Gold
MSRP $122
1918 Medic Brass
Vario1918 Medic Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1651 Rose Gold40mm
1918 Medic Brass40mm
Power Reserve
PD-1651 Rose Gold40h
1918 Medic Brass40h
Water Resistance
PD-1651 Rose Gold100m
1918 Medic Brass100m
MSRP
PD-1651 Rose Gold$122
1918 Medic Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
13mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Seiko NH38A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$122
$388

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1651 Rose Gold

Owners widely appreciate the rose gold tone of the Pagani Design PD-1651 Rose Gold, particularly its contrast with the black dial and strap, with one owner finding it appealing despite a general dislike for gold watches. The watch is praised for its size, screw-down crown and pushers, and half end links. However, some owners suggest improvements for the rehaut and crown. Concerns exist regarding the durability of rose gold plating, with one owner noting that plating scratches over time. Accuracy is reported as impressive by one owner, while another experienced a minor QC issue with second-hand alignment and found the bezel sloppy. The watch is also described as too light by one owner. On balance, owners appreciate the aesthetic appeal and specific features of the Pagani Design PD-1651 Rose Gold, with the rose gold tone being a significant draw for many.

Vario 1918 Medic Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its crisp enamel dial, easy-to-read numerals, and cathedral hands, noting the brass case develops an attractive patina over time. However, the soft brass scratches easily, and one owner found the lume to be poor. Accuracy varies, with one example running slow by about 10 seconds per day and another owner deeming the Miyota 82s5 movement just okay. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its unique dial and the evolving character of its brass case.

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