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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsTissot Ballade

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1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
Ballade
TissotBallade
MSRP $1,100

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
Ballade39mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
Ballade80h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
Ballade100m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
Ballade$1,100

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11.9mm
10.98mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
Applied
Roman
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
Powermatic 80
Power Reserve
41h
80h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$1,100

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What people say

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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.

Tissot Ballade

Owners widely praise the Tissot Ballade for its excellent value, immaculate quality for the price, and attractive design, with many highlighting the mesmerizing dial and hobnail or fluted bezel. Reviewers and owners alike commend its comfortable 39mm proportions and slim case, noting the COSC-certified Powermatic 80 movement as a significant strength. Some owners find the included strap and clasp to be areas for potential improvement, and one owner noted disappointment with a quartz movement in a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers consider the Tissot Ballade a strong value proposition, excelling in design and movement certification at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Tissot Ballade's unique, intricately cut ribbed bezel design adds depth and character to the case. The watch's stunning finishing is a notable strength, suggesting a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. A drawback is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a concern for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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