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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsBell & Ross BR-X1 RS 16

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What people say

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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.

From video reviewers

The watch offers a Swiss-made Sellita SW510M BH b manual-wind movement and a comfortable 40mm diameter. The ultra-domed sapphire crystal provides significant vintage flair.

Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS 16

The Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS 16 is widely praised for its bold, futuristic, and industrial aesthetic, with its skeletonized movement and matte finishes offering significant visual impact. Owners and reviewers note the clear legibility provided by luminous markers and hands, even with the skeletonized dial, and the comfortable wearability of the 45mm case, attributed in part to short lugs and ergonomic rocker pushers. The watch features a 4-day power reserve and 100m water resistance. However, the stealthy design and large 45mm square case with prominent screws are polarizing, with some finding them visually offensive. The BR-X1 RS 16 utilizes a Dubois-Depraz module for its chronograph function.

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
BR-X1 RS 16
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
BR-X1 RS 16
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
BR-X1 RS 16
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
BR-X1 RS 16$23,760

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40mm
Thickness
14.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
0mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Water Resistance
100m
Caseback
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
AR Coating
Underside
Dial Color
White
Indices
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Type
Manual
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
48h
Jewels
23
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$23,760
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