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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsSternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik

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1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
Naos Pro GMT Automatik
SternglasNaos Pro GMT Automatik
MSRP $863

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
Naos Pro GMT Automatik38mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
Naos Pro GMT Automatik42h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
Naos Pro GMT Automatik50m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
Naos Pro GMT Automatik$863

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
42mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
Luminova Punkte

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
Miyota 9075
Power Reserve
41h
42h
Jewels
26
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$863

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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.

Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik

Owners report the Sternglas Naos can feel underwhelming with a cheap feel and hands resembling office printer output, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and looks like a toy, though others appreciate its understated design. Reviewers highlight the Argo Automatic variant as a compelling sub-€400 mechanical watch with a colorful dial and practical date wheel, suitable for new collectors, featuring a 38mm case and a Miyota 8215 movement. On balance, the consensus is that the Sternglas Naos offers a mixed ownership experience, with its value proposition and entry-level appeal being its strongest points for some.

From video reviewers

The Sternglas Naos Pro GMT Automatik features a clean Bauhaus design that sets it apart from other GMT watches. A notable weakness is the watch's bezel action, which is not as smooth as some reviewers would have liked. Reviewers disagree on the watch's case size, with one reviewer stating it's slightly larger than the original Naos Automatic, while another reviewer doesn't mention this aspect at all.

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