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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsGlycine Combat Sub Bronze

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Combat Sub Bronze
GlycineCombat Sub Bronze
MSRP $1,650

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Combat Sub Bronze42mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Combat Sub Bronze38h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Combat Sub Bronze200m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Combat Sub Bronze$1,650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.05mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Red
Champagne
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NH38
SW200-1
Power Reserve
40h
38h
Jewels
25
26
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$1,650

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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.

Glycine Combat Sub Bronze

Owners widely praise the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze for its beautiful and unique patina development, comfortable thin 10mm case, and extraordinary lume. The watch is considered a fun and good value at its price point, with a cool bezel insert and a surprisingly accurate movement. Some owners dislike the shiny, non-bronze buckle, while opinions are split on the dial's gradient, with some appreciating its changing appearance and others disliking it. One owner notes the crown can be slightly difficult to screw down. On balance, owners rate the Glycine Combat Sub Bronze highly for its attractive bronze patina and slim, comfortable wearability at an accessible price.

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