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Echo/Neutra 1956 GMTvsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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1956 GMT
Echo/Neutra1956 GMT
MSRP $1,560
Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 GMT40mm
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Power Reserve
1956 GMT42h
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
1956 GMT100m
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
1956 GMT$1,560
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Satin
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Model 2 Porcelain
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium / BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW330 elaboré
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
42h
68h
Jewels
25
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,560
$2,356

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What people say

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Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT

The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is lauded for its wearable 40mm size, 100m water resistance, and a 12-hour GMT complication that maintains a clean dial. Reviewers highlight its attractive retro design and superb case finishing for the price, featuring sharp edges and fine brushing. The GMT display is considered more intuitive than standard 24-hour bezels, and the 12.7mm case height contributes to its wearability. Some reviewers found the dial either too busy or too empty, and the telemeter scale is noted as not particularly useful. On balance, reviewers praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT for its retro design, functional GMT complication, and excellent case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The bi-directional sapphire bezel is a functional highlight. The value at the price point is considered good.

anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

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