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Pagani Design PD-1816vsVaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

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PD-1816
Pagani DesignPD-1816
MSRP $115
DS2 Meridian Quartz
VaerDS2 Meridian Quartz
MSRP $239

At a glance

7 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-181640mm
DS2 Meridian Quartz39mm
Power Reserve
PD-181640h
DS2 Meridian Quartz40h
Water Resistance
PD-1816100m
DS2 Meridian Quartz150m
MSRP
PD-1816$115
DS2 Meridian Quartz$239

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
13.7mm
10.4mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
TMI VK67

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$115
$239

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-1816

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1816 for its sapphire crystal and VK67 quartz movement, with some actively seeking this specific combination. One owner notes the jubilee bracelet as a positive feature. Conversely, some find the design's originality to be a weakness, with one commenter identifying it as a TinTin homage. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-1816 for its specific movement and case combination, despite some reservations about its design originality.

Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz

The Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz is lauded for its wearability, with reviewers and owners consistently praising its 39mm case size as a perfect fit, noting its thinness at 10.4mm. The watch features a satisfying 120-click coin-edge bezel with minimal back play and comes with two straps for $239, powered by a Miyota GM12 quartz movement offering a three-year battery life. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS2 Meridian Quartz highly for its comfortable wearability and accessible price point.

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