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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
44.5mm
Thickness
14.1mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510M BH b elaboré
9R65
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
48h
72h
Jewels
23
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$11,100

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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