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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsHamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono

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1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono
HamiltonJazzmaster Performer Autochrono
MSRP $2,645
What people say

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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.

Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its versatile design, clean no-date dial, and comfortable wearability. Reviewers note the 42mm model features dauphine hands and a tachymeter bezel, powered by the H-31 automatic chronograph movement with a 60-hour power reserve. Some owners report an 80-hour power reserve and find the watch a beautiful choice for daily wear, while others express concerns about the price point and the durability of the black bezel. Accuracy averages just over 2 seconds per day, though one owner experienced an internal issue requiring service. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Hamilton Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono for its attractive styling and daily wearability, despite some reservations regarding its price and bezel durability.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono42mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono60h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono100m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
Jazzmaster Performer Autochrono$2,645

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.9mm
15.22mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
H-31
Power Reserve
41h
60h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$2,645
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