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Pagani Design PD-1715vsZelos Helmsman 3

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PD-1715
Pagani DesignPD-1715
MSRP $171
Helmsman 3
ZelosHelmsman 3
MSRP $529

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171540mm
Helmsman 340mm
Power Reserve
PD-171542h
Helmsman 340h
Water Resistance
PD-1715200m
Helmsman 3200m
MSRP
PD-1715$171
Helmsman 3$529

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
SS - Frost

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$529

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1715

The dial's "Palm Leaf" texture is a distinctive aesthetic feature. The case finishing is well-executed for the price point. Reviewers noted the lug-to-lug measurement of 49mm.

Zelos Helmsman 3

Owners widely praise the Zelos Helmsman 3 for its exceptional finishing and polishing on the titanium case, with some noting it feels nicer than previous models. The unique Titanium Crystalline Dial and Damascus Titanium dial are frequently highlighted as aesthetically pleasing and head-turning features, especially considering the price point. The brushed beads of rice bracelet is described as fitting well, and the on-the-fly clasp is considered amazing. Lume is also noted as great, with lumed crowns being a positive observation. However, some owners report the watch can feel top-heavy with sharp edges, making it uncertain as a daily driver for some. The meteorite bezel is seen by one owner as not adding significant value, and the stock strap's keepers and stitching were considered to detract from the watch's appearance.

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