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Pagani Design PD-YS029vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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PD-YS029
Pagani DesignPD-YS029
MSRP $171
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
PD-YS02942mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
PD-YS02940h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
PD-YS029100m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
PD-YS029$171
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
26.2mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$171
$328

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What people say

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Pagani Design PD-YS029

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-YS029's attractive design and bracelet. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as too large, particularly with the integrated bracelet, and some owners dislike the prominent dial text. Some owners also express a desire for AR coating on the crystal. On balance, owners value the Pagani Design PD-YS029 for its aesthetics and bracelet, but the 42mm sizing presents a significant drawback for many.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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