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Ikepod Megapod M301vsSternglas Taiga GMT

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Megapod M301
IkepodMegapod M301
MSRP $1,458
Taiga GMT
SternglasTaiga GMT
MSRP $237

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Megapod M30146mm
Taiga GMT42mm
Power Reserve
Megapod M30140h
Taiga GMT
Water Resistance
Megapod M30150m
Taiga GMT100m
MSRP
Megapod M301$1,458
Taiga GMT$237

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
17mm
7.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
52mm
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Ronda 505.24H
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,458
$237

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What people say

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Ikepod Megapod M301

Owners widely praise the Ikepod Megapod M301's distinctive artistic design and generous Super-LumiNova application. The watch wears smaller than its 46mm case diameter suggests, with many finding it comfortable. Some reviewers, however, would prefer a strap material other than silicone and note that a Swiss movement might be desired at the $1,490 price point. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Megapod M301 for its unique aesthetic and strong lume.

Sternglas Taiga GMT

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its finishing and value, highlighting the yellow GMT hand as a distinctive touch. However, some find the GMT markers lack legibility, and the original NATO strap is considered poorly made. The 42mm case and 52mm lug-to-lug measurement are points of contention, with some finding it too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Taiga GMT for its attractive finishing and price point, though legibility of the GMT function and case dimensions are noted as areas for improvement.

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