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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$499

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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 Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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