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Geckota Classic ChronotimervsVario 1918 Trench Brass

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Classic Chronotimer
GeckotaClassic Chronotimer
MSRP $499
1918 Trench Brass
Vario1918 Trench Brass
MSRP $388

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Classic Chronotimer41.5mm
1918 Trench Brass40mm
Power Reserve
Classic Chronotimer40h
1918 Trench Brass40h
Water Resistance
Classic Chronotimer100m
1918 Trench Brass100m
MSRP
Classic Chronotimer$499
1918 Trench Brass$388

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
41.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.35mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Grey
White

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$388

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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.

Vario 1918 Trench Brass

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Trench Brass for its attractive, precisely made dial and case, with the evolving brass patina noted as a positive feature. The bund strap is considered comfortable and well-fitting by some, though others find it stiff and short for larger wrists. The lume is considered poor. The Miyota 82s5 movement is described as adequate, with accuracy ranging from about -10 seconds per day to simply running slow. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Trench Brass highly for its fantastic looks and the unique character of its brass case.

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