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Pagani Design PD-1716vsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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PD-1716
Pagani DesignPD-1716
MSRP $128
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-171636.5mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
PD-171642h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
PD-1716100m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
PD-1716$128
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
36.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$128
$935

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1716

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1716 for its beautiful dial and comfortable 36mm size, making it a great everyday watch. Timekeeping is noted as accurate, and the bracelet is considered comfortable by some owners. However, the lume is criticized for fading quickly, and one owner found it does not suit leather straps well. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1716 highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial at the price point.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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