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Pagani Design PD-1693 GMTvsBaltic Prismic

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PD-1693 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1693 GMT
MSRP $145
Prismic
BalticPrismic
MSRP $1,069

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1693 GMT42mm
Prismic36mm
Power Reserve
PD-1693 GMT43h
Prismic42h
Water Resistance
PD-1693 GMT200m
Prismic30m
MSRP
PD-1693 GMT$145
Prismic$1,069

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
14mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Pearl DG5833A
ETA Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
43h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$145
$1,069

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Baltic Prismic

The Baltic Prismic is widely praised for its unique stone dials, slim 9.2mm case, and retro-chic design, with reviewers highlighting its impressive build quality and detailed finishing for the price. Owners appreciate the complex five-part case construction using steel and titanium, and the attractive dial textures. The hand-wound ETA Peseux 7001 movement is consistently mentioned, offering a 42-hour power reserve. However, some owners find the watch overpriced and the bracelet unappealing or flaring on smaller wrists, while the 30-meter water resistance is noted as delicate. The avant-garde dial design is also described as divisive by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Prismic highly for its distinctive stone dials and slim, vintage-inspired case at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Prismic's unique natural stone dials, each using a slice of thousand-year-old stone, are a standout feature. A notable drawback is the price, with several reviewers mentioning it as a potential issue, particularly considering the finishing and uniqueness offered. Reviewers disagree on the watch's ruggedness, with some viewing it as a dress watch and others not mentioning this aspect.

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