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Pagani Design PD-1734vsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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PD-1734
Pagani DesignPD-1734
MSRP $98
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-173440mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
PD-173440h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
PD-1734100m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
PD-1734$98
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.6mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VH31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$98
$279

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1734

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1734 as an excellent value, with many considering it a versatile GADA watch. The handset and indices are frequently highlighted as the best from the brand, and some owners find the mauve or white dials particularly beautiful and shimmering. However, opinions on the dial finish are mixed, with some describing the black dial as glossy, lumpy, or resembling painted plywood rather than premium, and others noting legibility issues with the blue and black variants. One owner confirmed a "Resistant" text error from an earlier version has been corrected. On balance, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1734 highly for its exceptional value and attractive handset and indices.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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