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Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsGrand Seiko SBGZ003

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1956 Chrono
Echo/Neutra1956 Chrono
MSRP $2,060
SBGZ003
Grand SeikoSBGZ003

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1956 Chrono40mm
SBGZ00338.5mm
Power Reserve
1956 Chrono48h
SBGZ00384h
Water Resistance
1956 Chrono100m
SBGZ00330m
MSRP
1956 Chrono$2,060
SBGZ003

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38.5mm
Thickness
14.1mm
9.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Platinum
Finish
Brushed + Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
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
9R02
Type
Manual
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
48h
84h
Jewels
23
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph, Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060

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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 SBGZ003

Grand Seiko SBGZ003 owners and reviewers widely praise its classic 38.5mm x 9.8mm dimensions and the meticulous perfection of its craft, with some calling it the sexiest Grand Seiko ever seen. The Spring Drive caliber 9R02 offers an 84-hour power reserve. Some find the dial's color off-putting, and the $57,000 price is a significant barrier for many. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Grand Seiko SBGZ003 highly for its stunning "carved" dial and Micro Artist Studio finishing.

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