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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
41.5mm
38.4mm
Thickness
12.05mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Red
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
VS213
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$265

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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.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

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