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Geckota Chronotimer Sports EditionvsGrand Seiko SBGR261

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Chronotimer Sports Edition
GeckotaChronotimer Sports Edition
MSRP $499
SBGR261
Grand SeikoSBGR261
MSRP $4,900

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronotimer Sports Edition41.5mm
SBGR26139.5mm
Power Reserve
Chronotimer Sports Edition40h
SBGR26172h
Water Resistance
Chronotimer Sports Edition100m
SBGR26130m
MSRP
Chronotimer Sports Edition$499
SBGR261$4,900

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
41.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12.35mm
13.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Maroon
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9S65
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$4,900

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What people say

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Geckota Chronotimer Sports Edition

The Geckota Maroon Red strap is considered decent with good colors by one owner, but the red stripes are too thick and the lines are too close together, and it is also noted as being too long with "meh" colors compared to other options. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Geckota Maroon Red strap to be a functional accessory with some aesthetic drawbacks.

From video reviewers

The polished and brushed steel case finishing is a shared strength. The hand-wound mechanical chronograph movement is also a consistent point. No shared weaknesses were identified.

Grand Seiko SBGR261

Grand Seiko SBGR261 owners praise its perfect 39.5mm dimensions, beautiful cream lacquered dial with a silver date disc, and blued second hand, noting the excellent finishing for its price point and its suitability for formal events. Some find the design too safe and the cream dial with leather strap less appealing, while others flag its over 13mm thickness as too tall for a dress watch. The movement finishing is described as rudimentary, though the 9S65 automatic is considered well-made and a terrific value. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGR261 highly for its classic design and excellent finishing at its price.

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