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Geckota Pioneer AutomaticvsSugess Tourbillon Master S454

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Pioneer Automatic
GeckotaPioneer Automatic
MSRP $299
Tourbillon Master S454
SugessTourbillon Master S454
MSRP $999

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Automatic42mm
Tourbillon Master S45441mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Automatic40h
Tourbillon Master S45440h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Automatic100m
Tourbillon Master S4545m
MSRP
Pioneer Automatic$299
Tourbillon Master S454$999

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Field
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
14mm
8.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
44.9mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
Water Resistance
100m
5m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NH35
ST8000
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$999

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What people say

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Geckota Pioneer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Geckota Pioneer Automatic for its retro-futuristic design, impressive lume, and unique dial finishing. The red dial variants are particularly favored for their brushed fumee appearance and vintage feel. Accuracy is noted as surprisingly good for an NH35 movement, though one owner reports +/- 20 seconds per day. The watch is considered a bargain by some at $259, while others find the $519 price for the NH35 movement in a 14mm thick case excessive. The 42mm cushion case is noted to wear large due to its lack of a prominent bezel. A minor phantom date position on the crown is reported, and the crystal is very reflective despite an anti-reflective coating. Some find the gold accents look a bit cheap, and one instance of a loose fleck of lume was observed. Overall, owners rate the Geckota Pioneer Automatic highly for its distinctive vintage aesthetic and value, particularly on sale.

Sugess Tourbillon Master S454

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 for its attractive dial finishing, sharp case edges, and the visual appeal of its genuine tourbillon, especially considering its price point. Specific strengths highlighted include a delicate 38mm size with 11.5mm thickness and a crisp winding feel. However, multiple owners note accuracy issues, with figures ranging from +6 to +11 seconds per day and one report of -12 seconds per day. Concerns are also raised about the movement's finishing upon close inspection, the lack of internal anti-reflective coating causing reflections, a small crown that makes winding cumbersome, and potential long-term durability and serviceability challenges. The 24-hour complication is not independently adjustable, and water resistance is limited to 50m. Overall, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master S454 highly for its impressive tourbillon and finishing at the price, despite some noted accuracy and finishing caveats.

From video reviewers

The value proposition of a functional tourbillon movement under $600 is a significant strength. Reviewers noted issues with the bracelet and wearability.

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