Speedy Homage One Year Later: Is the Pagani Design PD-1701 v3 Still Worth It?

[@cbody70]

I've had this same watch for about 11 months and can confirm everything you have said. I won't be messing with alternate straps since I really like the bracelet it comes with.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, if you love this bracelet no need to take it off. BUT…it looks great on SO many straps!

[@كريسستوف]

Excuse me, where was this watch made and is it of excellent quality?

[@WatchWitt]

@user-zz2em8lq2n These are manufactured in China, and so far this watch has represented excellent quality.

[@kennethroll3683]

Picked up one about 2 months ago. I bought because I liked the way it looks and wanted a chronograph. Picked up an Archer grey strap for it. Looks and feels great..

[@WatchWitt]

It really does have a great feel to it, in your hand and on your wrist. Great case...!

[@diydad7704]

The 24h indicator is more or less useless here on earth, but since this watch mimics one that was used in space, it's actually very helpful. There is no day and night in space, no sunrise, no sunset, no 8 o'clock news. So, having that indicator really helps a lot keeping up your regular rhythm.

[@WatchWitt]

Actually, that WOULD have been a great complication on the original! I like your way of thinking. For me, it’s just that…a wasted AM/PM indicator. Maybe that could be useful in n Alaska, using your same thought process…

[@loogoo]

@@WatchWitt Would have been nice if they had at least made the hand on that subdial adjustable - sort of a mini GMT hand.

[@WatchWitt]

That's what I've always said. If Seiko could improve that to be adjustable, I'd love to use it to track a second time zone.

[@jonathanturner4220]

The SII (Seiko Instruments) caliber VK63 is part of the hybrid mechanical quartz (mechaquartz) movement line. It is a chronograph movement that uses quartz technology for the main functions of the watch and a mechanical module for operating the chronograph

[@WatchWitt]

Precise description.

[@louis111]

I just bought it because it looked so good and I have been happy with it ever since.

[@WatchWitt]

It’s definitely a looker! I love the black ceramic bezel insert in the sunshine!

[@UricEric]

Thanks for the review, just ordered earlier, can't wait😊

[@WatchWitt]

You're welcome...hope you enjoy it as much as I do mine!

[@RocktCityTim]

I'm on my 3rd PD and I have nothing but appreciation for the money that I've saved. I have 2 real Rolexes, 1 Omega, and 1 Tag and while they are great pieces, I wear my PDs daily comparatively.

[@WatchWitt]

Makes for a great beater, right?! I'm sure there's a sense of confidence when wearing a PD over the others, that it's easily replaceable if damaged while out and about.

[@bradleypariah]

I know Pagani is a step above their subsidiary Benyar, but still, I had the blue & rose gold Benyar version of this, and although there was absolutely nothing wrong with the watch, I owned it for less than two weeks before I sold it. It had a really neat look to it, but I just wasn't compelled to wear it. Since my house isn't a watch museum, and nobody was coming by to view the thing, no point in letting it take up space.

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! Wait, you mean some houses ARE watch museums?! Yeah, if there's no connection, no need in hoarding it. Let it go free into the world...

[@brianmsahin]

Very interesting video Witt. I got the Mission to Uranus version around 7 months ago and it's going strong. I confess that I took the bracelet off and replaced it with a handmade white leather strap, that cost half the price of the watch but added so much more to the look and feel. Very happy with it.

[@WatchWitt]

Awesome to hear! These look great on tons of straps...your white leather option sounds like a great pairing!

[@stephanboxall4541]

I've been so tempted to buy the MoonSwatch, but from what I can determine, it's really not worth the money you pay. I'm so glad this watch exists and I think I'll grab one. Nice review!!

[@WatchWitt]

I just looked at the online availability of the "Classic Four," and the 30m water resistance rating caught me off guard! I forgot. The steel case with this Pagani, and tribute dial really make it a great alternative to the MoonSwatch.

[@richardlow6648]

I really like mine! If only they had added more lume, I could live with the rest of the design decisions.

[@WatchWitt]

Yeah, I have to force myself to look the other way regarding the lume intensity and duration! I will say that it performs better than expected in dark conditions when your eyes are adjusted to the darkness as well. Just no lume awards for sure.

[@felo6035]

Thank you for sharing your 1 year experience with this watch Witt. I think it is a winner, and certainly a much better watch than the MoonSwatch. I have the PD Mars Project (or something like that) with a white dial and red accents and it has been terrific. I may pick up another version in the future as they have tons of different color combos. Thank you again. Be well my friend 👍

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, I feature the v4 meteorite style dial too! Those were beautiful as well, but I didn't prefer them over this classic black and white look. Definitely a good budget buy no matter which dial option you like!

[@felo6035]

@@WatchWitt 👍👌

[@WH250398]

I have the Seamaster one in black. It's absolutely insane for the money. Only problem I had were the rivets holding the pins in place inside the clasp. These weren't finished, and so sharp they scratched my arm. Genuinely painful to wear. I filed off the sharp edges, and now it's perfect.

[@WatchWitt]

Bracelets are an area for improvement, but like you said, at this price it's a compromise.

[@MyName-nx1jj]

I've got one and I gotta say, the lume is quite good. I can read it all night long with no problem.

[@WatchWitt]

I think we beat them up for the lume comparative to other watches. While I would say it's weak, I agree that when your eyes are completely adjusted to darkness you can make out the time.

[@jb6027]

I agree, the V3 version's lume can be read a looong time with night adjusted vision.

[@gld2139]

The Pagani Daytona homage is a great deal too.

[@WatchWitt]

That one doesn't appeal to me for some reason. I'm sure it's a great deal, though!

[@jamesgrant9377]

Excellent summary and all points i totally agree with. Date for me is win win because it keeps the original look but adds date. 24hr comp is a disaster. Beautiful watch that i’d still be happy to own.

[@WatchWitt]

I wonder if Seiko has a similar movement where that 24 hour subdial is independent...essentially a Chrono GMT? This is a beauty budget watch, though!

[@j1a9m7e2s]

I believe it does. Doesn’t make sense really.

[@TheCK84Project]

If you could use that 24hr indicator as a separate time setting that would have been a cool dual time feature.

[@WatchWitt]

I agree. As it is, it's just a fancy AM/PM indicator. Limitation of the movement.

[@135ipocketrocket2]

Great review! I've got the version 5, the Mission to Mars/Alaska Project design, even has a sapphire bezel. Outstanding build.

[@WatchWitt]

If you know, you know...right?!

[@135ipocketrocket2]

@@WatchWitt Exactly! 👍👍👍 Just spent a week enjoying buys from Sugess, with the ST1901 column wheel chrono. Great stuff!

[@WatchWitt]

@135ipocketrocket2 Beautiful!

[@admechskitarii6967]

Honestly I get your point with the 24h but unfortunately thats just a drawback from the VK63 itself. I wish Seiko had a version with a 30 or 60 minute counter

[@WatchWitt]

No, I get it...not PD's fault. I bag on that complication in various watches, and other movements too. If they could engineer it to be an independent 24hr subdial (a GMT) then THAT would get me excited!

[@MSPA2006]

I was so blessed to find and purchase an older version V3, brand new. I’m keeping my fingers crossed it will be quality built like yours, Witt, with the second hand aligned with the markers. 👍

[@WatchWitt]

Cool! I wonder if it’s fairly common for this watch or if I just got lucky? I haven’t heard any other owners comment about that. Though, being a small seconds hand, maybe it’s not as crucial to some.

[@MSPA2006]

@@WatchWitt Good things happen (for a reason) to good people…

[@chipster52284]

Just got mine today, love it, but out of the box the bracelet was clanky and cheap feeling, BUT grab a bottle of rock ‘n’ roll chain lube (blue) and work it into the bracelet and pins and wipe off and it is a completely new bracelet. Buttery smooth and quiet. I will probably still swap some new straps in and out, but it makes the factory bracelet very serviceable.

[@WatchWitt]

That's quite the DIY fix! Yes, these look good on SOOOO many straps! I haven't had mine back on the bracelet for quite some time.

[@redtill1]

Yep just purchased the V3 & like yourself put it on a fkm tropic.Looks lovely.Thanks for the review 👍

[@WatchWitt]

Looks good on SOO many straps...enjoy!

[@DMR52xp3]

I've become a PD fanboi ! And this one is at the top. I have the later version without the 2 dots at 12. Compared to my Lunar Pilot (Bulova) I prefer to wear the pd-1701. I like the hidden date in black. And I upgraded my band to an xxl black leather.

[@WatchWitt]

I've had a few in on the channel...really diggin' the Zulu Time homage: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpqmd6tmndmbkLc

[@violinmke]

Maybe version 4 can have some more lume on the hands but other than that I've been happy with it and it gets some wrist time amongst a large collection.

[@WatchWitt]

Unfortunately, versions after this have not improved in the lume department….but we can keep hoping! I’d pay $10 more (or whatever) for STRONG lume!

[@jb6027]

Great idea!

[@SM-hj1fl]

I can attest to the quality here. I have 2 Speedmaster Professionals and really wanted the new white dial. Got that here for next to nothing and it works and looks great. To those interested in the real deal, this is a great way to try out the form factor and have something to beat without too much worry. Don't sell these short.

[@WatchWitt]

Excellent testimony. You’re among many who have said something similar in regard to owning the original and this version. I reverse engineered the situation for me…never really wanted the Omega UNTIL I tried this one…it gave me the itch!

[@mtbrookie596]

I’ve had mine for some time and cannot be happier with it!

[@WatchWitt]

Great budget watch, and looks good on tons of straps!

[@elswick1542]

Great watch! Had mine just over a year, lume is poor but a fantastic watch for the money.

[@WatchWitt]

Totally agree! Thanks for collaborating my story.

[@loogoo]

My main complaint (apart from the pointless 24-hour dial) with the VK63 movement is that I wish the subdial minutes hand clicked decisively when the seconds hand passed 12. Right now, the subdial markers are so tiny and the minute hand just slides from one minute to the next - it makes it hard to see exactly what minute you're on. It's a small thing, but I wish it had a more crisp advancement.

[@WatchWitt]

I'll give you that. I have another Seiko chronograph movement that does that and I do prefer that style. It's more interactive.

[@mnorth1351]

The 24 hour subdial is supposed to be a 12 hours counter; that's what it is on the original Speedy. If Pagani made a version of this with a 12 hour totalizer instead of a 24 hour subdial, I would buy it in a heartbeat. But I have not seen a Mechaquartz movement with a 12 hour totalizer in that orientation. The couple mechaquartz movements that DO have a 12 hour totalizer that I have found use a 6, 9, and 12 orientation - so it would not be a match for the Speedmaster.

[@WatchWitt]

I’m with you…that subdial is just a wasted piece of real estate to me! BUT….it’s a great budget watch, so I just ignore that portion!

[@maximushornet]

I also own it and love it , also removed the strap for a leather with white accents amazing. They have a v5 version which comes with meteroite dial in white or sky blue

[@WatchWitt]

I like the tan leather strap shown in this video...great contrast! Yes, I was one of the first to show off the V4 meteorite style dials. They came out RIGHT after I received this one, so I stumbled upon them and ordered right away. I did flip those, though, as I just prefer the look of this black dial. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipWmdIVmg5eGrJIsi=UAVxiPA4Mh5WQJTD

[@FT4Freedom]

The neat thing about the 24-hour subdial is that you can grab the approximate time of day without having to read the wider watch.

[@WatchWitt]

Ok...I never would have thought of that. Still not for me. 😂

[@TFS877]

I’m thinking of getting a tagheur or fossil leather bracelet on it they look so good😅

[@WatchWitt]

It looks great on leather!

[@davekat4680]

...look's so good im a bit worried about getting one

[@WatchWitt]

Worried in what regard? It converted me. I really had no interest in the actual Speedmaster until I got this...now I want one and probably won't be able to afford one for years.

[@TC-bj8pu]

Thank you for the review!!! Just subscribed as well!

[@WatchWitt]

You're welcome...thanks for coming along for the ride!

[@eightballsidepocket9467]

I wear mine on a black nato strap with brushed hardware, love it!

[@WatchWitt]

Great look!

[@jb6027]

I have this. model. It's every bit as good as you say it is.

[@WatchWitt]

It really is a nice budget watch, with great looks!

[@urielalbertosanchezm]

I love my speedy pagani

[@WatchWitt]

It's great for everyday wear!

[@andrewb2475]

I have this Pagani Design 'Speedy', I also have their homage to the Rolex 'Daytona' (£70), looks fabulous on a Nato because once again the bracelet wasn't very good.

[@WatchWitt]

At least most of the retailers include that free Bond NATO to get you going, too. I love this on all kinds of straps, though!

[@scarredhandsreviews]

I have three....love them ❤

[@WatchWitt]

Cool! Which dials/colors?

[@scarredhandsreviews]

@WatchWitt a black speedy, gold and gray dail and a 57 speedy arrow hands.

[@WatchWitt]

@@scarredhandsreviews Nice!

[@201950201950]

I love there rime pieces . I have this one the red and rhe baby blue one too.

[@WatchWitt]

Cool! Affordable enough to have multiple color choices of a watch you love!

[@stuartmcfarlane6337]

Hi Maybe someone can help me with this. I wanted a speedmaster homage and looked at the video on ali express so i ordered one. It came without the dots .I. and the bezel started at 400 and has Tachymeter spelt like this as opposed to Tachymetre so the watch in this video is the same as the watch promoted on the ali express Paggani Design video but i can't buy one. I got a full refund and they let me keep the watch but that's not the point, still can't buy it. On the website its vertion 3. Any help much appreciated!

[@WatchWitt]

They revised the watch for some reason...nobody really knows why. Speculation is that it was TOO close to the Speedmaster. They should change any promotional material (video, photos, etc) to reflect the current version. But there are many AliExpress stores that sell PG...doubt they all are going to do that.

[@stuartmcfarlane6337]

Thanks

[@G.D.9]

Great review! I'd like to know whats the bracelet width at the clasp? I wanna know if it's 18 or 20m.

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! It's a great budget watch! Yes, the bracelet tapers to 18mm at the clasp.

[@A_Normal_Guy5]

have this and binned the bracelet it was too poorly finished and sharp,the watch itself is fine with the seiko movement very good

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, a little sharp, but I'm ok with the bracelet overall. Just don't like the process of removing and/or putting it back on the watch head. Bear.

[@bikeman123]

Amazes me that Pagani managed to make a quartz movement thicker than the mechanical original. By the way mecaquartz is not a mechinical chronograph, it merely has a small mechanical flyback mechanism for the second hand.

[@WatchWitt]

Haha, right?! I love the crystal distortion though, so don't mind the thickness. Yes, I'm aware it's not a mechanical chronograph. The most simple way to explain the name "mechaquartz" is to say what I did.

[@a0r0a7]

It is a mechanical module driven by a 2 pole stepper motor as described in calibre corner. Mechanics generates the ticking secondhand sweep. It emulates a traditional ticking chronograph. I don't think it is merely a flyback secondhand as you describe. Agreed it is not a complete mechanical chronograph as it is part of the quartz movement.

[@pyroteambelgium2277]

Just great watches for a good price!!! 👌💯

[@WatchWitt]

Absolutely!

[@Anderson-j3r1s]

I wish it had no date and a full mechanical movement. Would pay easy double the price

[@WatchWitt]

I think a lot of people would! There are some variations without the date, if you want to play around with the mechaquartz for a while...

[@Sarehole]

Looks surprisingly great! A real steal.

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, I bought it just as a video idea and was planning on flipping it afterwards. I kept it. I was impressed and it actually has me jonesin’ for a real Speedmaster now!

[@podrikpo]

Hi, Bro i'm checking many reviews from buyers 2024 in Aliexpress and thing is the Bezel scale is different (lines instead of dots) also the 2 white dots at the 12 o'clock marker gone missing... and the watch itself looks cheaper... yours looks fantastic but seem like Pagani is going cheap right now... IDK..

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, they changed them. Nobody really knows why, but speculation is that they were too close to the original watch. I've seen reviews featuring the changes...the watch looks identical in quality/build...just those revisions are different.

[@billj5645]

I've had one a little over a year and I really like it. Mine stays on the bracelet.

[@WatchWitt]

I like the bracelet too, but I haven't had it on for a while...looks SO good on so many different straps.

[@PjW13]

Thanks

[@WatchWitt]

You're welcome...those are great quality straps for super cheap price. I have a ton of them in different sizes/colors!

[@ericandersen612]

I didn’t hear you mention the size of the bracelet / inner lug to lug measurement. Could you share that?

[@WatchWitt]

20mm...it's right up front at 00:37

[@laurentgagne892]

i would trust it more in space than my moonswatch hahaha

[@WatchWitt]

Haha....well, I never thought about that! Maybe...!

[@enmovimiento3766]

Hey Mate weird question: R u Johnny from WAPP 🎙️??

[@WatchWitt]

Nope.

[@enmovimiento3766]

@@WatchWitt sound so similar 🤔

[@WatchWitt]

@enmovimiento3766 Too funny...I'll have to look him up. Somebody else said I sounded like the Blind Surfer. Must just be a common radio/voiceover sound that I have!

[@enmovimiento3766]

@@WatchWitt same here. I get frequently those questions on my channel too. People says you sound such of so and so radio voice over from my country and i like mmmm not im not him 🤣🤣🤣

[@WatchWitt]

@enmovimiento3766 Haha! Well, these days you don't have to physically be IN the same city on the radio...so I guess it's possible. I love watching your Spanish language videos from time to time, just to hear your "classic" voice! I have no idea what you're saying, though. 😂

[@jgkcpa]

Hi. Do you have a link for the Nato band shown at 5:57? Thanks!

[@WatchWitt]

It was a 2nd strap included with my purchase. I'm not sure if many of the AliExpress stores still include that free. But it's a Pagani branded strap.

[@niedermeyerllaneza]

Mine gusslThe watch arrived quickly and is in very good condition. I am ecstatic with my purchase and the excellent quality. Very recommended

[@WatchWitt]

Very nice...glad to hear!

[@lorenzo7687]

Question, will this fit my 16,5cm wrist? Since i saw multiple people saying the bracelet can’t fit small wrists since you can’t remove many links. I have a 1653 atm with a few removable links spare.

[@WatchWitt]

It should, in theory, if your PD-1653 fits. That watch has a lug to lug of about 48mm, and this one is just a tad shorter at 47mm. They do offer strap options instead of the bracelet, but I always like to own the bracelet and swap other aftermarket straps on my own.

[@lorenzo7687]

@@WatchWitt hmm yeah okay good point. Usually not someone who likes to try other straps. Almost always wearing the original bracelet. But since this is literally a strap monster, there are enough different solutions. Thanks for answering!

[@WatchWitt]

@lorenzo7687 Definitely fun to swap around straps on this one...it might even give you a strap habit!

[@falconinflight6235]

Excellent review

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks! Crackin' budget watch.

[@YuriBoyka69]

I have the same beauty only my problem is the chronographe stop after ~30sec

[@WatchWitt]

What?! That's no good. Is a hand obstructed, or the battery low?

[@TFS877]

Hi was wondering do people with small wrist not able to wear the bracelet it comes with? Oh and does the glow in the dark last for a few minutes or just a few seconds. I’m so excited to get mine this weekend always wanted a speedmaster but deliver is taking like a whole week.

[@WatchWitt]

You should be able to get this bracelet to fit you. The luminescence is pretty poor...doesn't last very long. A week is pretty quick!

[@TFS877]

It’s just that I’m so excited it feels like it’s taking so long and I have so much work at school so the days are long study for the whole day everyday even on the weekend even if I don’t have to do the days are. long 😢😢😢😢😢

[@bmflmf]

Mine comes Friday. Once the rest of the planet finds out about these. They will be hard to get one on your wrist. Might get a few more just in case. lol

[@WatchWitt]

Oh, don't worry...they'll make more! 😂

[@chavijr9020]

I don't understand your language, could you tell me how accurate the watch is? thank you sir

[@WatchWitt]

VERY accurate. This watch didn't gain or lose even one second a day, when keeping records for almost a year!

[@chavijr9020]

👌 thanks

[@Bimmerstye1]

I have two of these. The 50th anniversary one with the gold accents and the same one as yours. I love them both. The first one always sits on its bracelet. The other one also came on a bracelet but like you I removed it and I have a few straps and bands for it and swap them regularly. The watch really suits pretty much all styles and colour straps and bands you put on it. A few months ago I even bought a third one. Another classic black dial with white hands. I bought this one as a gift for my father. He hadn't worn a watch in decades so I didn't know how he would react to it but he loves it and wears it all the time now. I have a few other homage watches but these are my favorite ones. They really are great looking watches. Specially for this amount of money.

[@WatchWitt]

Yes, this watch hasn't really seen a strap it doesn't like...some are just better matches than others! Definitely a great budget watch. I might check out the new 1779 Apollo version soon...

[@Bimmerstye1]

@@WatchWitt I didn't know about the 1779 model. Just saw it and I must say, I like the look of it. Chances are I will be getting that one as well in the future.

[@WatchWitt]

@Bimmerstye1 Just came out. I'll put it on the channel as soon as it comes in from Hong Kong! (Weeks?!) I'm hoping the leather rally strap is halfway decent. We KNOW the watch is. I think AR coating was added to the underside of the crystal too...not positive.

[@Bimmerstye1]

@@WatchWitt Great! I'll keep an eye out for your video then.

[@karlgustav5490]

lume on pagani watches suck a lot. it' s the same on all of their watches, too bad.. but it's not 90 here, it's up to 120 euros, which is one of the most expensive pagani design. have a look on the latest PD-1736, "panerai-style. this one is beautiful, and this one is really a steal: 56euros , with a NH39 inside! it's almost the price of the movement itself..

[@WatchWitt]

Would be great if they stepped it up a notch, right?!

[@RicoKrakowsky]

One question: how well is the cloth strap on the cloth strap version

[@WatchWitt]

Couldn't tell you, as I haven't seen one in person. Maybe someone else can chime in. I think you're talking about the black sailcloth looking strap with white stitching that is an option instead of the bracelet? I love the way that one looks. If you don't like the bracelet, I would go for it. Straps are replaceable! Otherwise, I'd suggest the bracelet, then outfit with your own aftermarket strap.

[@clc2328]

Its OK but not great, if I did it again I'd get the bracelet just to have it and find my own cloth strap elsewhere. Its nylon and starting to fray at the lugs.

[@Thedarkethyst]

this is way better than a real moonswatch.

[@WatchWitt]

I don't have a MoonSwatch to compare it to, but I definitely lean towards this option too!

[@Dimelus5]

where can i buy this black strap with white lines that u recommended?

[@WatchWitt]

That's from ARTEM. artemstraps.com/collections/sailcloth-watch-straps and my review of them is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5iZeqikpcyCa7Msi=f2kXK--RAIT8Uvew

[@watchsixto]

I got lucky to have hands-on experience with the speedy homage bracelet. It is ok at best movement, which is killer

[@WatchWitt]

I do think I like this bracelet more than others who have experienced it. Yes, this movement is nice, but the 24 hr subdial doesn't do anything for me.

[@hb9145]

Has anyone had the chrono hand fall off? It happened on my Corgeaut.

[@WatchWitt]

All hands intact here! That would suck...

[@MuhammadTahir-hb5nt]

Is it original watch or first copy?

[@WatchWitt]

The original watch that this pays tribute to is the Omega Speedmaster.

[@Shri_V]

My only gripe with this is the thickness. Why dd it have to be 14mm, they could have made it 12.5 easily enough I'm guessing.

[@WatchWitt]

It doesn’t wear that tall, honestly. I think a bit of the overall measurement comes from the domed crystal sitting above the fixed bezel, which is also above the case line. Otherwise, just a little added thickness is probably unavoidable due to the handset stack…hour/minute/chrono seconds…it’s pretty tall.

[@violinmke]

I have it and I don't like tall watches. It's quite well balanced and still worth buying.

[@WatchWitt]

Thanks for backing me up! Definitely not as thick as it appears on paper.

[@bikeman123]

It's still thicker than my Omega Speedy

[@jb6027]

It wears thinner than that though. I think you'd like it.

[@nantabhatamnuay3896]

Did your Pagani design last long

[@WatchWitt]

Still going strong....it's a well built watch!

[@thebestfriendsever9150]

Is it 40mm or 42mm case size?

[@WatchWitt]

42mm. Most places have it listed as 40mm, but it's not. I measured with my calipers in the unboxing video.

[@thebestfriendsever9150]

@@WatchWitt thats perfect as the 40mm on the ali site has stopped me from grabbing this.

[@jazzman5598]

VK-67….all together kids…12 hour totalizer or I will not buy. Thanks for the review!

[@WatchWitt]

Definitely more useful than the 24 hour time subdial!

[@williamthomas6106]

Except the VK-67 subdials are at 12/9/6, not 9/6/3. The purpose of this watch is primarily to be a Speedy Homage so 9/6/3 subdials are a aesthetic requirement. So kiddies, the VK-67 is not appropriate for this watch.

[@WatchWitt]

@williamthomas6106 Haha! Well, there's that...yeah. The 12/6/9 looks great too, but as you said would make this a completely different tribute!

[@dielreis]

Great

[@WatchWitt]

Quality budget watch!

[@WaZaaap6]

What disappointing was the Quartz.

[@WatchWitt]

Would be cool to see them do a mechanical movement, but would obviously drive the price up. Also need one that matches the subdial layout. That said, I enjoy this mechaquartz...it was my first, and I gotta say that the accuracy combined with the fairly smooth sweep of the chronograph seconds is a nice pairing.

[@that_which_is_not]

I can imagine it in space! It’s a quartz! 😬

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! But Pagani Design in space just makes me laugh...😂

[@sK3LeTvM1]

Best bracelet for this watch is an Uncle President. Unfortunately, it costs twice the price of this watch.

[@WatchWitt]

I'll bet that looks good! The ARTEM Sailcloth strap in this video is the same situation, as shown/outfitted.

[@deepakpanchal4798]

How much in Indian rupee

[@WatchWitt]

About 5,000 Indian Rupee right now…on sale. Check the AliExpress link in the description.

[@aldob5681]

a mechanical watch make more sense than an electronic one in space

[@WatchWitt]

Ain't nobody taking a Pagani to space! 😂

[@hb9145]

Nah, most watches in space are quartz.

[@goodknight5861]

In other words : a no brainer

[@WatchWitt]

Some people still feel the need to resist buying this watch....so, not a no-brainer for others! 😂

[@georgehunter6347]

I have V3. Watch fab. The bracelet is truly bad bad bad. Nightmare to adjust.

[@WatchWitt]

Budget beauty! I didn't have problems sizing, but it's a bear to take off and put back on the watch head. I'm sure a better set of tools would make it easier. Might be time to upgrade!

[@georgehunter6347]

@@WatchWitt exactly the watch head. I have some rudimentary tools. I think my eyesight doesn’t help these days 🤪

[@WatchWitt]

No, it's not you...it's definitely the bracelet/springbars!

[@mxcxpx]

its not automatic, if it would be than i would buy it

[@WatchWitt]

That would be cool if they added an automatic version...!

[@rickproductions9497]

It seems quite obvious that you guys think automatic chronograph movements are easy to make, an automatic chronograph movement costs more than this watch itself.

[@WatchWitt]

⁠@@rickproductions9497I don't think that at all. Mechanical chronograph movements are very intricate. I'm just saying that would be cool if they offered that as a variant of this watch. There are budget mechanical chrono movements available, like the Seagull ST-19, but that would not match the 3 subdial layout/design of this dial.

[@rickproductions9497]

@@WatchWitt thats what im saying man, seagull st1901 sells for 140 dollars, this watch is cheaper than the movement.

[@WatchWitt]

Correct. But it would be cool if they offered a mechanical version of this watch, scaled in price. Nobody was saying we'd like the mechanical version for the SAME price as this mechaquartz.

[@paulanthony7268]

40mm diameter . Not 42

[@WatchWitt]

The listings online are wrong, this watch is 42mm in diameter. Check my unboxing video to see my measurements on the caliper on camera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWfZgZJtr8eCh9k

[@paulanthony7268]

@@WatchWitt is the v4 and v5vall 42? If so which is your favourite version?

[@WatchWitt]

I believe they're all the same case, so yes, 42mm. But, other than this V3, I can only speak of the V4 and the Dark Side of the Moon variant PD-1779, as those are the only ones I've held in person. This V3 is my favorite of those three...just that classic look!

[@paulanthony7268]

@@WatchWitt thanks ordered v3 as it has date ..appreciate your attention

[@WatchWitt]

@paulanthony7268 I like the date complication too. It's a little camouflaged on this dial, though, as I mentioned in the video. Enjoy!

[@guidine7]

This should be automatic even it would be more expensive

[@WatchWitt]

That would be cool if they considered an upgrade like that down the road!

[@Mr1002brady]

Made by benyar? So says Amazon. Looks nice clearly a speedmaster replica. You said cheapass wit..lol😂

[@WatchWitt]

I think they are the same company, yes. Replica may not be the right term, as that has connotations of deception. But, yes, a great homage to the Speedy for budget enthusiasts. Well, those are some cheap-ass springbars!!!

[@ScratchyBaws]

As soon as you mentioned quartz i'm out.

[@WatchWitt]

This was my first mechaquartz, and I've got to say that it's pretty cool. The small running seconds hand hits every marker, the chronograph hand sweeps at 5 ticks per second, and accuracy on this actual watch shown in the video is +0.0spd! If you liked everything else about it, I would say give quartz a chance! But it would be cool if they offered this economically with a mechanical chronograph movement!

[@rickproductions9497]

Automatic chronographs start at 700 dollars lol

[@WatchWitt]

@rickproductions9497 Well, actually there are some mechanical chronographs that are easily under $200. Most use the Seaguall ST-19 movement, though, which wouldn't line up with this dial configuration.

[@lexschinkel]

Hahaha, the strap is more expensive than the watch, reality in the global market 2023

[@WatchWitt]

Right?! Well, the strap is $85...but I added deployant clasp and quick release springbars. I thought about featuring this watch in my ARTEM video kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5iZeqikpcyCa7Msi=DPB079j2WhQZ7eq_ , but decided it might be better saved for this video!

[@TR-tp3lt]

Of course it looks good - it’s a ripoff Speedmaster 😂 Isn’t that a bit embarrassing?

[@WatchWitt]

😂

[@AlexanderBohl]

The bracelet is crap. The edges are just too sharp.

[@WatchWitt]

Definitely sharp edges, as I noted. I'd rather order on this bracelet and have the look/option available, and just supplement with my own aftermarket straps, like shown. Do they have any other strap options that you've tried out?

[@AlexanderBohl]

@@WatchWitt Bought it on Amazon. A little bit more expensive, but you can send it back very easy if something is wrong. There was only one additional strap option, some kind of rubber/nylon looking one. I chose the bracelet because my other Paganis had decent bracelets. Put it on a thick leather strap. Great watch anyway!

[@RadioRich100]

Homage is a fancy word for fake.

[@WatchWitt]

We see it differently, then. To me, a fake is a watch that has all the original markings (logo, name, etc) and is trying to pass/deceive AS the original.

[@RadioRich100]

@@WatchWitt No ,the difference is there both fakes but they changed the name and stole there design anyway. Same difference.

[@WatchWitt]

Ahh. Thanks for the clarification. I'm just living a lie.

[@RadioRich100]

@@WatchWitt You could call it a homage life.

[@WatchWitt]

😂😎

[@thetruthhurts7500]

Complete garbage

[@WatchWitt]

Man, I think this a great value mecaquartz. Did you have issues with yours?

[@your__daddyy]

what band size goes with this watch? and are your using one of the quick release straps?

[@WatchWitt]

It's 20mm. The black rubber strap shown primarily in this video (while I'm holding the watch) is not included, but yes, it is quick release.

[@violinmke]

I'm embarrased to say I had it for over a year without even realizing it has a date window which I didnt want anyway.

[@WatchWitt]

I told you it was hard to see! The V4 omitted the date.

[@TheCK84Project]

​@@WatchWitt I like the Incognito date window

[@WatchWitt]

@@TheCK84ProjectThere if you need it, invisible if you don't!

[@TheGrenadier97]

Always good to hear experiences. I personally wished someone - like Pagani or San Martin - made a homage of the Speedmaster Reduced. This is my favourite dial and sizes in the entire Speedy family, but was sadly discontinued. I think that while being mechaquartz, a homage of the Reduced would be actually better in most specifications.

[@WatchWitt]

Who knows…maybe that’s brewing somewhere…!

[@TheGrenadier97]

Hope so. Have a good day, cheers

[@WatchWitt]

A lot of people would probably prefer a 39mm case. Everywhere I’ve seen this PD-1701 v3 listed, it’s described as a 40mm case. It’s not. It’s a 42mm. But I wonder how many have ordered it thinking it’s a 40mm and don’t even realize once they have the watch and it wears so well!

[@katherinelangford981]

I would LOVE that. I suspect this is and the Speedy pro will be too large for my small wrist, but the speedy is a grail for me.

[@WatchWitt]

@@katherinelangford981 The 47mm lug to lug makes more wearable than most expect, but it IS still a 42mm diameter case as well. I think it can wear well on smaller wrists, but you have to be comfortable with that "big watch" look.

[@darkchocolate4643]

During a sale, these can be picked up for about 65€ (70$), and that includes 21% VAT and shipping (I'm on the old continent). Just buy a second one, keep one on the bracelet, another one on the strap of your liking. Tadaaaaaaa.

[@WatchWitt]

THAT's the way to do it...keep one on the bracelet, and the other floats as a strap whore! I like the way you think!

[@darkchocolate4643]

@@WatchWitt I have my moments. 😊 Did you feel my pain today? I swapped bracelets between my two PD-1701 watches. I couldn't help but think of your video and laugh at myself. At times, I feel tempted to try my hand at servicing my own automatic watches, and then I realize just how much of a freaking clutz I am because it takes me half an hour to swap bracelets on a watch. 🤦‍♀🤦‍♀LOL

[@WatchWitt]

It's not you...this fitment is tight, and complicated by those cheap-ass springbars! I tried various tools....none were easy.

[@lew9223]

Enjoyed your video, I wanted to comment that not all watch channels go back & review a purchase after 1 year. Great stuff. Thanks

[@WatchWitt]

Oh, thanks! Honestly, I don’t usually either. I used to do an unboxing, and then a review later. But the Chinese watch REVIEWS didn’t get a lot of views…so I just started doing in-depth unboxing videos instead. Seems to work. But a watch like this, or the STEELDIVE SD1970, that continually sells, I thought it was worthwhile. I’ll keep calling audibles….😂

[@waldevv]

I'm so addicted to all these budget aliexpress watches, it's crazy how much more you get for your money compared to your usual budget Timex or Casio watches for example (though I still love those of course). Sapphire crystal is pretty uncommon in any "western" sub $100 watch. Obviously there are some tradeoffs but the only issues I've ever had have been related to straps and they can always be changed As someone who likes to switch things up I love that I can basically collect every style of watch in every color combo I want for a very reasonable price, much prefer that over splashing everything on a statement piece. Not to mention the fact that I wont be too sad if my $50 watch gets lost or breaks

[@WatchWitt]

Absolutely! I prefer variety too. It's great to have a few higher quality pieces to experience as well, but these budget watches offer so much, as you say, and are just fun to collect/wear.

[@TheCK84Project]

I think casio is better than timex, just my .02

[@WatchWitt]

@TheCK84Project Me too. I've got a long time love affair with Timex, though.

[@TheCK84Project]

@@WatchWitt timex is still a good company

[@tonnyrosell5746]

From a distance it seems to read porsche design....😁😁😁😁😁

[@WatchWitt]

Haha! Yeah, I prefer the logo only dials from PD….

[@joostkiefte7683]

I have the black one and the red bezel one. Both line up perfectly, both have their seconds hands hit the markers and they run very accurately. Awesome

[@WatchWitt]

Seiko makes a great movement! Excellent choice by PD. I dig this mecaquartz, with the exception of the 24hr subdial.

[@LymanPhillips]

I hate the VK63 and related movements. That 24 hour subdial is useless and would be so much better if it was an hour accumulator. I wear my old school Sppedy Pro on a big velcro band to give it that NASA spacesuit look. Although I do like that sailcloth strap! Pass on this due to the movement, but if that doesn't bug you, i think its a steal at a small fraction of the original. Although it doesn't have the fancy "qualified for space missions" on the back like a real speedy pro.

[@WatchWitt]

I'm with you on the 24 hr subdial...does nothing for me. Almost any other complication would be better! You HAVE to put that ARTEM Sailcloth on your true Speedy! SO nice.