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Pagani Design PD-YS027vsFormex Reef 39.5 mm

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PD-YS027
Pagani DesignPD-YS027
MSRP $146
Reef 39.5 mm
FormexReef 39.5 mm
MSRP $2,230
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Pagani Design PD-YS027

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS027's quality and appearance, particularly in low light, and appreciate the display case back. However, some owners find the integrated bracelet excessively shiny and limiting for strap changes. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-YS027 highly for its exceptional quality and value at its price point.

Formex Reef 39.5 mm

The Formex Reef 39.5 mm is widely praised for its refined finishing, comfortable and well-proportioned case design, and impressive specifications for its price point, including COSC-certified Sellita SW300-1 movement and 300m water resistance. Owners and reviewers highlight the tool-less micro-adjust clasp and quick-release spring bars as practical features. Some reviewers note that the 22mm lug width feels slightly disproportionate to the smaller case, and the bracelet could benefit from more taper, though this is a point of contention for some owners who value the overall package. A prototype crown protrusion issue is noted as being addressed for production. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 39.5 mm highly for its excellent value and well-executed design.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS02740.5mm
Reef 39.5 mm39.5mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS02740h
Reef 39.5 mm56h
Water Resistance
PD-YS027100m
Reef 39.5 mm300m
MSRP
PD-YS027$146
Reef 39.5 mm$2,230

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.2mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
27mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Bahama Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
MIYOTA 8215
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$146
$2,230
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