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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsPhoibos Apollo

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.05mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Red
Blue
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH38
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$460

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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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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