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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsPhoibos Argo

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Argo200m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.05mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH38
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$345

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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 Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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