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Pagani Design PD-YS014vsVaer D5 Meridian Auto

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PD-YS014
Pagani DesignPD-YS014
MSRP $193
D5 Meridian Auto
VaerD5 Meridian Auto
MSRP $679

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS01443mm
D5 Meridian Auto39mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS01442h
D5 Meridian Auto40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS014100m
D5 Meridian Auto200m
MSRP
PD-YS014$193
D5 Meridian Auto$679

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
43mm
39mm
Thickness
14mm
12.5mm
Lug Width
24mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$193
$679

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS014

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS014 for its impressive green aventurine dial and excellent finishing, with many considering it incredible value for money at under a hundred dollars, powered by the reliable NH35 movement. Some owners find the 43mm size too large, even on a 7-inch wrist, though others find the case comfortable and appreciate the Panerai-inspired design. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS014 highly for its stunning dial and finishing at the price.

Vaer D5 Meridian Auto

Owners widely praise the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto for its classic aesthetic, comfortable 39mm size, and well-executed 120-click bezel with minimal back play. Reviewers highlight the anodized aluminum bezel insert, lyre lugs, sword hands, and gold accents on the blue sunburst dial as contributing to its old-school charm, making it a great companion for desk diving with comfortable strap options and quick-release spring bars. One owner specifically noted satisfaction with the 42mm variant's premium steel bracelet featuring a tool-less micro-adjust clasp. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer D5 Meridian Auto highly for its classic design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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