Audaz ADZ-2080-03vsGeckota Pioneer Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Audaz ADZ-2080-03 at true scale

ADZ-2080-03

Geckota Pioneer Automatic at true scale

Pioneer Automatic

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

53mm

45mm

lowest

Thickness

16.5mm

14mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$400

$299

lowest

Movement

Miyota 82S7

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
16.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
53mm
45mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82S7
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$400
$299
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Audaz ADZ-2080-03

The Audaz ADZ-3030 is seen as a versatile automatic watch with a 42mm case, suitable for diving and formal occasions. Owners praise its amazing phosphorus blue lume. However, the Audaz ADZ-3030 is criticized for being a blatant copy of iconic watches, with skepticism expressed about its water resistance. One owner notes the 42mm case is a little big on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Audaz ADZ-3030 for its lume and versatility, though some express concerns about its design originality and case size.

Geckota Pioneer Automatic

The Geckota Pioneer Automatic is praised for its retro-futuristic design, impressive lume, and a unique vertical brushing on the dial that shifts color. Owners appreciate its value, with one noting it as a bargain at $259, and find the styling clean with a comfortable fit. Some owners are specifically drawn to the red dial variant, noting its appearance and vintage feel. However, the thin cross-hair design can disappear from a distance, and the 42mm case size is considered large for a cushion watch. One owner reports the crystal is very reflective despite AR coating, and gold accents appear cheap. Accuracy varies, with one owner seeing +/- 20 seconds per day and another finding it surprisingly accurate. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Pioneer Automatic highly for its distinctive design and value, despite some noted finishing and legibility concerns.

From video reviewers

The radial brushed fumé dial and applied indices are a strong point. The 42mm case size and 48.4mm lug-to-lug measurement may wear large on smaller wrists. Reviewers did not explicitly disagree on any specific points.