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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsHamilton Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto
HamiltonJazzmaster Open Heart Auto
MSRP $2,695

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto36mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto80h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto50m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto$2,695

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
41.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.05mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Red
Mother of pearl

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
H-10
Power Reserve
40h
80h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$2,695

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What people say

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Geckota Pioneer Special Edition

Owners widely praise the Geckota Pioneer for its retro-futuristic design and quality build at £349, with one owner noting excellent lume comparable to Panerai and a striking dial that shifts with light. The textured black honeycomb dial and 200m water resistance are also highlighted as strong points. However, some find the 14mm thickness a bit tall, and the NH 35 movement is considered unexciting by some. One owner points out that the thin cross-hair on the dial can be difficult to see from a distance. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Pioneer highly for its distinctive vintage space-age design and strong value proposition.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto

The Hamilton Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto is noted for its dressy yet versatile design, featuring striking gradient dials and intricately shaped cutouts that reveal the H-10 movement. It boasts an 80-hour power reserve and Nivachron hairspring. The watch is available in 36mm, 40mm, or 42mm stainless steel cases. On balance, the Hamilton Jazzmaster Open Heart Auto is appreciated for its visually engaging dial and movement display at its price point.

From video reviewers

The smoked dial's precision cutouts offer a captivating view of the automatic movement. Legibility is compromised by the open-heart design.

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