Geckota Chronotimer ChronographvsPagani Design PD-1701

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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.

Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph at true scale

Chronotimer Chronograph

Pagani Design PD-1701 at true scale

PD-1701

Diameter

42mm

40mm

Thickness

13mm

lowest

14mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$299

$152

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VK63

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Classic Reverse Panda
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VK63
Type
Quartz
Meca-Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$152
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Reviews

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

Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph

Owners widely praise the Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph for its appealing designs, with some receiving frequent compliments. The pushers are described as clicky, and the chronograph seconds hand sweeps, exceeding expectations for a quartz movement. One owner notes the movements are solid workhorses and prices are reasonable if the finish matches website appearance. However, the watch wears large, and some owners have hesitated due to its size, with one user finding the red dial a weird shade. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Chronotimer Chronograph highly for its appealing designs and satisfying chronograph function at a reasonable price.

Pagani Design PD-1701

Owners widely praise the Pagani Design PD-1701 for its excellent value, accurate Seiko VK63 mechaquartz movement, and appealing aesthetic for the price. Some owners report issues with misaligned bezels and hands, sharp bracelet edges, and graphics rubbing off on gold accents. Reviewers note a lack of anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal and weak lume. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Pagani Design PD-1701 highly for its surprising quality and excellent cost.

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