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Pagani Design PD-1731vsPraesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

PD-1731
Pagani DesignPD-1731
MSRP $107
DD-45 Hangar Midnight
PraesidusDD-45 Hangar Midnight
MSRP $875

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-173138mm
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40mm
Power Reserve
PD-173140h
DD-45 Hangar Midnight40h
Water Resistance
PD-1731100m
DD-45 Hangar Midnight100m
MSRP
PD-1731$107
DD-45 Hangar Midnight$875

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Pilot
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Sand-Distressed Leather

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Ameriquartz USA

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$107
$875

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1731

Pagani Design PD-1731 owners praise its simple, neutral dial that pairs well with various straps and bracelets, along with its good build quality and materials. The watch is powered by a Seiko VH31 meca-quartz movement and is widely considered outstanding value. One owner noted an issue with a bracelet screw. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1731 highly for its versatility and value.

From video reviewers

The Seiko VH31 meca-quartz movement with its sweeping seconds hand is a consistent strength. Reviewers noted issues with screw quality control and the caseback. There was disagreement on whether the 10 Bar water resistance was a significant weakness.

Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight

The Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight is lauded for its unique, two-year-developed "Patina" dial, designed to authentically mimic aging on indices and hands, with reviewers highlighting its 38mm stainless steel case as ideal for wearability and its vintage aesthetic. Reviewers note solid finishing and a well-made leather strap, alongside a robust 100-meter water resistance. However, the "A-11" caseback engraving is seen by some as a departure from strict authenticity, and the lume is less bright than anticipated due to the aging treatment. The Swiss Landeron L24 movement's hand-winding action is described as jerky. On balance, reviewers find the Praesidus DD-45 Hangar Midnight a compelling vintage-inspired watch, primarily due to its unique dial development and wearable case size.

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