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Pagani Design PD-1783vsPraesidus Service Watch

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PD-1783
Pagani DesignPD-1783
MSRP $175
Service Watch
PraesidusService Watch
MSRP $259

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-178340mm
Service Watch42mm
Power Reserve
PD-178342h
Service Watch40h
Water Resistance
PD-1783100m
Service Watch100m
MSRP
PD-1783$175
Service Watch$259

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$175
$259

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Pagani Design PD-1783

Owners praise the Pagani Design PD-1783 for its value, with specific mentions of the Seiko NH36A movement and day-date complication. One owner finds the 40mm model with a purple dial "blingy" and enjoyable, reporting no issues with the day wheel. Another highlights the Wimbledon dial with Roman numerals and a flat sapphire crystal for a cleaner aesthetic. The 36mm variant uses the ST16 movement, with one owner reporting six months of trouble-free operation, though others have experienced issues with this mechanism. On balance, owners appreciate the Pagani Design PD-1783 for its accessible day-date functionality and aesthetic appeal at its price point.

Praesidus Service Watch

Owners widely praise the Praesidus Service Watch for its 38mm size and solid build quality, with the domed crystal providing vintage distortion and the unbranded dial appealing to history enthusiasts. However, owners report jumpy hand sensitivity when setting the time. One owner experienced a scratchy crown and a noisy rotor on their DD-45, which persisted after warranty service and eventually led to the crown locking mid-way. Concerns about slow customer service and a negative reputation for Praesidus's support are also noted by owners. On balance, owners appreciate the vintage aesthetic and wearability of the Praesidus Service Watch, though persistent customer service issues temper enthusiasm.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a strength for those preferring smaller watches. The dial may show slight discoloration or unevenness in finish.

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