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Pagani Design PD-1668vsVaer G2 Meridian GMT

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PD-1668
Pagani DesignPD-1668
MSRP $137
G2 Meridian GMT
VaerG2 Meridian GMT
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-166843mm
G2 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
PD-166840h
G2 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
PD-1668100m
G2 Meridian GMT150m
MSRP
PD-1668$137
G2 Meridian GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
10.8mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515 GMT
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$137
$399

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1668

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1668 for its sharp, elegant appearance and a fantastic bracelet clasp, with some noting that a silicone strap enhances its appeal. However, the 60-click bezel is described as clunky, and the bracelet finishing is considered poor, lacking micro-adjustments. One owner also flagged that initial finishing required polishing to achieve a more high-end look. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1668 highly for its elegant aesthetic and the transformative effect of aftermarket straps.

Vaer G2 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G2 Meridian GMT is praised for its vintage-inspired design and affordability, featuring a domed sapphire crystal and 150-meter water resistance. Owners note the applied indexes and hands are finished with Grade A Super-LumiNova BGW9. One owner reports the GMT hand lags by ten minutes, suggesting a potential quality control issue or need for adjustment, while another mentions the quartz movement requires resetting main hands for cross-timezone travel. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Vaer G2 Meridian GMT a good-looking, affordable travel watch, with its design and value being key attractions despite minor functional considerations with the GMT hand.

From video reviewers

The 39mm case size delivers comfortable wearability and lug-to-lug proportions suitable for most wrists. The quartz movement sacrifices prestige compared to automatic alternatives, though it ensures reliable accuracy. The red/navy aluminum bezel and Swiss Ronda quartz movement at an accessible price make it a practical travel watch.

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