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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsPhoibos Apollo

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Apollo200m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Pearl DG5833A
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
43h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$460

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT

Owners widely report issues with the DG5833GMT movement in the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT, including the minute hand jumping significantly when setting the time and general unreliability leading to failures within months. While one owner noted timekeeping within +/- 5 seconds per day, others suggest opting for models with the NH34 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Pagani Design PD-1693 GMT's movement reliability is a significant concern for owners.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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