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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsBaltic Aquascaphe GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
Aquascaphe GMT
BalticAquascaphe GMT
MSRP $1,015

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
Aquascaphe GMT39mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
Aquascaphe GMT42h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
Aquascaphe GMT100m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
Aquascaphe GMT$1,015

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
14.1mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
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
Yes
Dial Color
White
Green
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
SuperLuminova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
SOPROD C125 GMT
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Jewels
23
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$1,015

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono for its gorgeous looks and clean design, with one owner calling it a top 5 watch in their collection. The 40mm size and included straps are noted as comfortable and wearable. Some owners find the watch difficult to read in dull lighting. One owner of a 1956 GMT reported a non-screwing crown, and another owner of a 1956 GMT noted a misaligned bezel. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono highly for its aesthetic appeal and wearability.

Baltic Aquascaphe GMT

The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT is widely praised for its compact 39mm case size, comfortable thickness, and refined, timeless design with a crisp, well-executed dial and sapphire bezel insert. Owners and reviewers alike highlight its excellent value and slick appearance, noting the vintage-inspired aesthetic with brushed surfaces and painted indexes. Some reviewers consider the lume adequate but not exceptionally bright, and the case finishing, while fitting the tool-watch ethos, lacks embellishments like polished bevels. The Soprod C125 movement features a 42-hour power reserve and a non-independent hour hand setting, though the 24-click bezel is seen as practical. Certain bezel color options are noted as potentially difficult to pair with outfits. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT highly for its exceptional value and refined, compact design.

From video reviewers

The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT features a Swiss Soprod C125 movement, a notable upgrade for the brand. Its attractive design fits within the popular $1000 price point. A significant drawback is the lack of a quick-set date function, requiring manual adjustment.

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