Geckota Pioneer AutomaticvsStudio Underd0g Avocado (Gen3)

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.

Owners widely praise the build quality and the metallic, textured dial of the Studio Underd0g Avocado (Gen3), with some finding the watch a fun conversation piece. However, opinions are split on the dial's color choices and the white dots, with some finding them uninspired and others mesmerized by the dial's appearance in person. On balance, owners rate the Studio Underd0g Avocado (Gen3) highly for its engaging design and build quality.