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Pagani Design PD-1708vsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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PD-1708
Pagani DesignPD-1708
MSRP $120
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-170838mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
PD-170840h
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
PD-1708100m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
PD-1708$120
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.7mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
TIGER EYE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VK64
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$120
$520

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1708

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1708's solid build and surprisingly high-quality finishing for its price point, with one owner noting a comfortable 38mm case and a well-made tapered mesh bracelet featuring a signed safety clasp. However, the lume is described as a bit weak, though evenly applied. Accuracy with the VK64 movement averaged around +6.5 seconds per month over 14 months. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1708 highly for its value and bracelet quality at its price.

From video reviewers

The Pagani Design PD-1708 features a reliable and accurate Japanese VK64 movement. A notable weakness is the lume brightness, which could be improved, particularly in low-light conditions. Reviewers disagree on the bezel diameter, with some users potentially finding it small for the 46mm case length, while others may not have an issue with it.

Spinnaker Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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