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Echo/Neutra 1956 3HvsTimefactors PRS-29A

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1956 3H
Echo/Neutra1956 3H
MSRP $1,025
PRS-29A
TimefactorsPRS-29A
MSRP $544
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.

Timefactors PRS-29A

Owners widely praise the Timefactors PRS-29A for its excellent value, faithful reissue design, and compact 36mm case. The manual-wind ETA 2801-2 movement, 100m water resistance, and anti-magnetic properties are frequently highlighted as functional strengths, making it a popular grab-and-go or travel watch. Some owners note the shiny hands can blend into the dial, and one owner reports accuracy around +5 seconds per day. A desire for a screw-down crown for enhanced water resistance and poor lume are also mentioned. Overall, owners rate the Timefactors PRS-29A highly for its historical accuracy and robust build at its price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 3H40mm
PRS-29A36mm
Power Reserve
1956 3H41h
PRS-29A
Water Resistance
1956 3H100m
PRS-29A100m
MSRP
1956 3H$1,025
PRS-29A$544

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.9mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
SuperLuminova C3

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1 elaboré
ETA 2801-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
41h
Jewels
26
25
Complications
GMT, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,025
$544
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