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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Ludwig automatic
NOMOS GlashütteLudwig automatic
MSRP $3,670

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Ludwig automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Ludwig automatic43 hoursh
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Ludwig automatic30m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Ludwig automatic$3,670

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
41.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.05mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
50.1mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Red
White
Indices
Applied

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NH38
DUW 5001
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
40h
43 hoursh
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$3,670

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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.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

Owners praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its exceptional blend of traditional Roman numerals and railroad tracks with modern design, highlighting fine details like the tiny logo on the crown and the exceptional dial printing. The long lugs are a significant consideration, with some finding the 35mm model wears larger and the 33mm a better fit for wrists around 6.5 inches. Overall, owners appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its unique aesthetic and attention to detail.

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