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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsCIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

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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.

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.

CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT

The CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT features an onyx case and a unique dial design with a gold snake indicating hours and minutes. Reviewers note the CD-04-S automatic movement has a 41-hour power reserve and the watch is water-resistant to 30 meters. The silver version uses a 925 silver snake and a CD-04-E movement, while the gold version features an 18K gold snake and the CD-04-S movement. On balance, reviewers highlight the LEGEND OF SERPENT's distinctive dial and case design as its primary appeal.

From video reviewers

The unique case design and 18k gold serpent hand are notable features of the CIGA Design LEGEND OF SERPENT. The watch's movement accuracy is also a strength, as it shares its movement with the award-winning Blue Planet titanium predecessor.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
LEGEND OF SERPENT46.5mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
LEGEND OF SERPENT41h
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
LEGEND OF SERPENT30m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
LEGEND OF SERPENT$2,399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
46.5mm
Thickness
11.9mm
15.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Gold
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
Black
18k
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
CD-04-S
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
41h
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$2,399
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