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Pagani Design PD-1690vsGrand Seiko SBGR261

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PD-1690
Pagani DesignPD-1690
MSRP $149
SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-169040mm
SBGR26139.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-169042h
SBGR26172h
Water Resistance
PD-1690200m
SBGR26130m
MSRP
PD-1690$149
SBGR261$4,900

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9S65
Power Reserve
42h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$149
$4,900

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1690

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1690 for its Tiffany blue dial, a rare feature under $300. However, the finishing on the indices is noted as a disappointment, and the "P.t. Time" text is considered unnecessary dial clutter. On balance, owners are drawn to the PD-1690 for its distinctive dial color at an accessible price point.

Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

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