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Pagani Design PD-YS023vsGrand Seiko SBGH281

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PD-YS023
Pagani DesignPD-YS023
MSRP $155
SBGH281
Grand SeikoSBGH281
MSRP $6,300

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS02340mm
SBGH28140mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS02340h
SBGH28155h
Water Resistance
PD-YS023100m
SBGH281100m
MSRP
PD-YS023$155
SBGH281$6,300

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Thickness
11.2mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
24mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
9S85
Power Reserve
40h
55h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$155
$6,300

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS023

Owners find the Pagani Design PD-YS023 chunky for an integrated bracelet watch, though some appreciate its case back design. On balance, owners consider the Pagani Design PD-YS023 a great addition to their collection, citing its sapphire crystal and 100m water resistance.

Grand Seiko SBGH281

The Grand Seiko SBGH281 is lauded for its 44GS-style case, which exemplifies the brand's "Grammar of Design" with its sharp facets and broad case band, and its Hi-Beat 36000vph Caliber 9S85 movement, noted for an ultra-smooth second hand. Reviewers highlight the exceptional finishing, including Zaratsu polishing and hand-polished markers, as offering significant value at its €6,200 price point. The watch features an accuracy rating of +5/–3 seconds per day, a 55-hour power reserve, and 100-meter water resistance, all executed to Grand Seiko's high standards, and is limited to 1,500 pieces. Overall, reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGH281 highly for its iconic case design and superb finishing at its price.

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