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Geckota Pioneer Special EditionvsVario Futurist

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Pioneer Special Edition
GeckotaPioneer Special Edition
MSRP $399
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pioneer Special Edition41.5mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Pioneer Special Edition40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Pioneer Special Edition100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Pioneer Special Edition$399
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Dress
Diameter
41.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.05mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.8mm
48mm
Lug Width
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Red
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
NH38
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$648

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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