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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsGrand Seiko STGF359

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
STGF359
Grand SeikoSTGF359
MSRP $2,600

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
STGF35928.9mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
STGF35940h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
STGF359100m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
STGF359$2,600

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
41.5mm
28.9mm
Thickness
12.05mm
8.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
35.4mm
Lug Width
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Red
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH38
4J52
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$2,600

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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 STGF359

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant pairing with an engagement ring. Some owners find the 29mm case size too small for a man's wrist, while others suggest it can be worn by men with smaller wrists, recommending an in-person try-on. One owner notes potential date wheel misalignment requiring servicing. The bracelet has a maximum perimeter of 185mm, with extra links available. On balance, owners value the Grand Seiko STGF359 for its elegant aesthetic, though its small size is a point of consideration.

From video reviewers

The Grand Seiko STGF359 features a 9F quartz movement with exceptional accuracy, deviating by only +/−10 seconds per year. A drawback of the watch is its 40mm case size, which may be a concern for those with smaller wrists. Reviewers disagree on the type of movement, with one praising the 9F quartz and the other highlighting the spring drive movement.

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