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Echo/Neutra RivaneravsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Rivanera
Echo/NeutraRivanera
MSRP $1,810
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Rivanera40mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Rivanera42hh
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Rivanera30m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Rivanera$1,810
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
5.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
40mm
38mm
Material
Titanium Grade 5 (sandblasted)
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Polished + Sandblasted
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Swiss ETA 7001 elaboré
Miyota 6T33
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42hh
40h
Jewels
17
25
Complications
Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,810
$888

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What people say

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Echo/Neutra Rivanera

The Echo/Neutra Rivanera is widely praised for its remarkably thin 5.9mm Grade 5 titanium case, which contributes to its exceptional lightness and wearability, striking a balance between dress and everyday style. Reviewers and owners highlight its Art Deco-inspired design and the respected ETA 7001 manual-wind movement for its slimness and longevity. Impressive packaging and accessories are also noted as significant value adds for its price point. Some reviewers point out the lack of quick-release straps and the bead-blasted finish, with one owner expressing concern over the case's scratch resistance. The non-hacking movement is also a point of note for some enthusiasts. Overall, owners and reviewers highly regard the Echo/Neutra Rivanera for its exceptionally thin and lightweight titanium case and unique Art Deco aesthetic at an affordable price.

From video reviewers

The Rivanera's Grade 5 titanium case is a key selling point. Reviewers did not agree on whether the watch leans more towards a tool watch or a traditional dress watch.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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