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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsPhoibos Depth Hunter

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Echo/Neutra 1956 3H

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 3H for its exceptionally well-executed bracelet, with one owner comparing it favorably to Rolex Oyster bracelets and noting the gray dial exceeded build quality expectations. The watch features a dramatic box-domed sapphire crystal and a unique blend of vintage tool-watch and mid-century design elements. However, reviewers flag legibility challenges in low light due to its fixed, lumed bezel and non-lumed dial, and some may find the branding polarizing. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 3H highly for its unique character and comfortable wearability, particularly appreciating the bracelet's quality.

Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
Depth Hunter40mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
Depth Hunter40h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
Depth Hunter300m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
Depth Hunter$470

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$470
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