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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsGrand Seiko SBGM245

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
SBGM245
Grand SeikoSBGM245
MSRP $6,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
SBGM24540.5mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
SBGM24572h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
SBGM245200m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
SBGM245$6,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
GMT
Diameter
41.5mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.05mm
14.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
48.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Red
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
9S66
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$6,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGM245

Owners widely appreciate the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its blend of sport and luxury, with one enthusiast highlighting its superior workmanship over quartz movements. However, opinions on its size vary, as one owner found the SBGM245 too large, preferring the comfort of a different variant. Overall, owners value the Grand Seiko SBGM245 for its refined craftsmanship, though its wearability is a point of personal preference.

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