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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsBreitling Top Time Deus

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1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
Top Time Deus
BreitlingTop Time Deus
MSRP $1,500
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Echo/Neutra 1956 3H

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 3H for its exceptionally well-executed bracelet, with one owner comparing it favorably to Rolex Oyster bracelets and noting the gray dial exceeded build quality expectations. The watch features a dramatic box-domed sapphire crystal and a unique blend of vintage tool-watch and mid-century design elements. However, reviewers flag legibility challenges in low light due to its fixed, lumed bezel and non-lumed dial, and some may find the branding polarizing. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 3H highly for its unique character and comfortable wearability, particularly appreciating the bracelet's quality.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and vintage aesthetic are consistently praised. The 100m water resistance and Sellita SW200-1 movement are also noted strengths. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.

Breitling Top Time Deus

Owners widely praise the Breitling Top Time Deus for its striking dial colors and retro racing chronograph styling, with many falling in love with its aesthetic in person and calling it a great first automatic watch. Some owners note the dial color is an off-white that shifts between cream and white depending on lighting, and the "Deus" text is less bold than expected. One owner finds the long lugs a drawback, while another points out the lack of anti-magnetic properties. The Breitling Top Time Deus features a Breitling 23 automatic movement, a 41mm case, and 30m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Top Time Deus highly for its unique styling and vibrant dial at the price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
Top Time Deus41mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
Top Time Deus48h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
Top Time Deus30m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
Top Time Deus$1,500

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.9mm
14.27mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51.5mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
Breitling 23
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
48h
Jewels
26
27
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$1,500
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