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Geckota · Phalanx

Geckota Phalanx

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$349
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Case

Diameter
42mm
Thickness
13.9mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Water resistance
300m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Dial colour
Green

Movement

Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Type
Automatic
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

ETA

The dominant mid-tier Swiss automatic workhorse, in production since 1982 and used by hundreds of brands. It runs at 28,800 vph with roughly 38–42 hours of power reserve, hacks, and hand-winds; the Sellita SW200-1 is its pin-compatible alternative.

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
matte
Bezel
rotating
Bracelet
nato
Hands
baton

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Owners widely report good fit and finish on Geckota watches, with quality straps and nice design details, though some question the value proposition for the movement at original price points. One reviewer noted a mismatched lume pip and uninspiring lume quality on the Phalanx model, suggesting it lacked the "zip" of more affordable offerings. On balance, owners rate Geckota highly for its build quality and value, especially when found on sale.

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