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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsBrew Metric

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
Metric
BrewMetric
MSRP $475

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
Metric36mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
Metric
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
Metric50m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
14.1mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
19.85mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
VK68
Type
Manual
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
0h
Jewels
23
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$475

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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.

Brew Metric

The Brew Metric is widely praised for its 1970s-inspired retro design, with reviewers and owners specifically highlighting its unique dial aesthetics, compact 36mm case size, and comfortable wearability on various wrist sizes. The watch's finishing is frequently lauded, with particular appreciation for its contrasting brushed and polished surfaces and well-executed gold treatment. Owners also note the pleasing feel of the pushers and crown, the accuracy of the VK68 meca-quartz movement, and the sapphire crystal. However, some owners report quality control issues, including dial defects and missing lume, and a few find the bezel dents easily. The bracelet is a point of contention, with some finding it uncomfortable and prone to pulling arm hairs, while others praise its dramatic taper. The watch's 50-meter water resistance is considered cautious by one reviewer, and the lug width of 19.85mm limits strap options.

From video reviewers

The watch's unique design and compact dimensions are praised. The bracelet is noted as stiff and lacking flexibility. Reviewers were divided on whether the Seiko NH35A movement or the meca-quartz movement offered better value at the price point.

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