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4.5
I was on the fence about buying a watch. No because it's a homage or copy of the Omega Speedmaster but because of it's bracelet, which according to other reviews, it's quite big and has rough edges. I was on the fence because I wanted this homage with a bracelet, and not with a nato or anything else, but I decided to do it for just $90 at the time of purchase. So this is my input on this watch and I hope I can help people decide whether it's worth it or not.Case and design: The case is astonishingly beautiful, it does get pretty close to the real thing, even though I've only seen it in photos. The hands, the alignment of the seconds hand, the color, the date (I dig it even though it ain't like that on the Speedmaster). Everything is top notch. Good job on that Pagani. If you're looking for a homage or copy and not the real thing, this one knocks it out of the park.Movement: It's a Seiko VK63 movement, you can't go wrong with this one and I think they made the right choice by going mecaquartz. Robust, accurate and overall really good at this price point.Lume: Not the greatest, Pagani has to work on this one but it doesn't really bother me, though it might bother you. So if you are a lume guy, go with something else, but don't expect it at this price point.Crystal: I mean, it's sapphire with no AR coating, so it does reflect a lot. I mean, I'm not bothered by that at this price, but I'm just glad that this piece has sapphire. My other Seikos and Citizens don't even have that so it's a home run for me, but it might not be for you.Bracelet: Ok, so this is the most important part of the review according to the title. I have skinny wrists at 6.5 inches. I was worried that it would not fit and it almost didn't. I had to remove all available links and use the tightest micro adjustment in order to fit as you can see in the third photo. I love tapered bracelets so I'm glad it fit (just right) otherwise I would've sold the watch. If you have less than a 6,5 inches wrist and you plan on using the bracelet, buy an OEM or look somewhere else. On the other hand, the edges are really sharp. I mean, it's not like you are gonna cut yourself or anything, but it can become uncomfortable. I plan on fixing this by watching YouTube, although it would not be a deal breaker for me if I can't do it.Packaging: It's ok, nothing fancy but just like the boxes from the more affordable ones from seiko. It came with the guarantee, instruction manual, and a cheap link pin remover. Nothing to complain, nothing that stands out. Everything comes wrapped in adhesive plastic, which is a pain to remove. I wish Pagani would stop doing that, and just take that wrapping time to smooth the edges of the bracelet.Conclusion: For this price, you won't get anything better in the homage spectrum. I'm a space fanatic so I love it. I was planing on getting a Bulova Moonwath which I also love, but that one is just too big, and I didn't want the Moonswatch cause let's face it, that is an expensive toy. I also can't afford the real thing. I'm truly happy with this homage/copy and I'm planing on using it as a daily beater. Hope this one helps other that are on the fence right now.Incredible value for money. Good job Pagani and keep on improving and listening to what people have to say.
