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Pagani Design PD-1784 GMTvsFormex Reef 42 mm

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PD-1784 GMT
Pagani DesignPD-1784 GMT
MSRP $171
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-1784 GMT40mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
PD-1784 GMT42h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
PD-1784 GMT200m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
PD-1784 GMT$171
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH34
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
42h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$2,414

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT for its classic design and attractive dial details, with some noting favorable case brushing. However, the lume is consistently described as weak or atrocious, and several owners find the watch's 14mm thickness and thin bracelet to be drawbacks. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting a unit running +5 minutes per hour, while others do not mention specific timekeeping issues. The consensus among owners is that the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT is overpriced above $100, with many suggesting a price point of $60-80. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1784 GMT as a visually appealing watch with some build quality concerns and a questionable value proposition at higher price points.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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