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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsSternglas Berlin Automatik

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
Berlin Automatik
SternglasBerlin Automatik
MSRP $485

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
Berlin Automatik38mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
Berlin Automatik42h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
Berlin Automatik50m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
Berlin Automatik$485

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
14.1mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
Miyota 8215
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Jewels
23
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$485

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What people say

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Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono for its gorgeous looks and clean design, with one owner calling it a top 5 watch in their collection. The 40mm size and included straps are noted as comfortable and wearable. Some owners find the watch difficult to read in dull lighting. One owner of a 1956 GMT reported a non-screwing crown, and another owner of a 1956 GMT noted a misaligned bezel. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono highly for its aesthetic appeal and wearability.

Sternglas Berlin Automatik

Owners widely praise the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its handsome, clean dial and a 38mm size that fits smaller wrists well, making it a comfortable daily wearer. The case is described as solid and well-finished. However, the Miyota 8205 movement is noted as reliable but noticeably loud, and the exhibition caseback is unadorned. Some owners find the watch too simple and question the value, citing basic movement and strap choices for the price, with a few feeling the proportions and day/date complication are off. Overall, owners appreciate the Sternglas Berlin Automatik for its classic design and wearability, though some debate its value proposition.

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