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Geckota Classic ChronotimervsGeckota Pioneer Automatic

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Classic Chronotimer
GeckotaClassic Chronotimer
MSRP $499
Pioneer Automatic
GeckotaPioneer Automatic
MSRP $299

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Chronotimer41.5mm
Pioneer Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Classic Chronotimer40h
Pioneer Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Classic Chronotimer100m
Pioneer Automatic100m
MSRP
Classic Chronotimer$499
Pioneer Automatic$299

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.35mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
45mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$299

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What people say

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Geckota Classic Chronotimer

Owners widely praise the Geckota Classic Chronotimer for its appealing and distinct yet classic design, with many receiving compliments on its unique look. Enthusiasts highlight the hand-wound mechanical movement as a positive feature, noting the movements appear to be solid workhorses. Some owners find the Geckota Classic Chronotimer comfortable and fun to wear, appreciating its funky aesthetic and how well it contrasts with different straps. However, one owner reports the Chronotimer wears large on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Classic Chronotimer highly for its beautiful and distinct design that garners frequent compliments.

Geckota Pioneer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Geckota Pioneer Automatic for its retro-futuristic design, impressive lume, and unique dial finishing. The red dial variants are particularly favored for their brushed fumee appearance and vintage feel. Accuracy is noted as surprisingly good for an NH35 movement, though one owner reports +/- 20 seconds per day. The watch is considered a bargain by some at $259, while others find the $519 price for the NH35 movement in a 14mm thick case excessive. The 42mm cushion case is noted to wear large due to its lack of a prominent bezel. A minor phantom date position on the crown is reported, and the crystal is very reflective despite an anti-reflective coating. Some find the gold accents look a bit cheap, and one instance of a loose fleck of lume was observed. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Pioneer Automatic highly for its distinctive vintage aesthetic and value, particularly on sale.

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