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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsChristopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
The Twelve Midnight
Christopher WardThe Twelve Midnight
MSRP $1,210

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
The Twelve Midnight43.3mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
The Twelve Midnight38h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
The Twelve Midnight100m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
The Twelve Midnight$1,210

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Sport
Diameter
40mm
43.3mm
Thickness
14.1mm
9.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
23.3mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed + Polished + Sandblasted
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
SLN X1 BL C1

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
SW200
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
48h
38h
Jewels
23
26
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
GMT, Moonphase, Day-date, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$1,210

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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.

Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight

Owners and reviewers widely praise Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight for its excellent value, with particular commendation for its case and bracelet finishing, dial texture, and lume. Some owners note the dial is silver rather than white, and a few find the bracelet links have sharp edges and the clasp lacks micro-adjustment. The watch is noted for its thin case, offering exceptional wrist comfort. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Christopher Ward The Twelve Midnight highly for its impressive finishing and comfort at the price point.

From video reviewers

The black lacquer dial's quality and premium feel are consistently praised. Reviewers express reservations about the watch's value or execution. Reviewers disagree on whether the watch's objective merits translate to personal appeal.

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