Echo/Neutra 1956 ChronovsTissot Telemeter 1938

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono at true scale

1956 Chrono

Tissot Telemeter 1938 at true scale

Telemeter 1938

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

14.1mm

13.8mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

48h

68h

highest

MSRP

$2,060

lowest

$2,400

Movement

Sellita SW510

Tissot Valjoux A05.231

Case

8 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
14.1mm
13.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
n/a

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Ultra-domed
Domed
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Indices
n/a
Arabic
Lume
Superluminova Old Radium
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Tissot Valjoux A05.231
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
48h
68h
Jewels
23
0
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,060
$2,400
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono for its gorgeous looks, good build quality, and value for the price, with many finding it a top watch in their collection. The dial and ceramic bezel are described as flawless, and the case features well-executed bevels. Some owners note difficulty reading the dial in dull lighting, and one owner reported accuracy of over +30 seconds per day. The leather strap may run small. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra 1956 Chrono highly for its attractive design and solid build quality at its price point.

From video reviewers

The ceramic telemeter bezel is a noted strength. The pressure crown may limit water resistance compared to screw-down crowns. Reviewers disagree on the value proposition compared to alternatives.

Tissot Telemeter 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Telemeter 1938 for its vintage-inspired design, handsome dial finishing, and the value it offers as a mechanical chronograph. The automatic Tissot Valjoux A05.231 movement, with its 68-hour power reserve, is noted positively, and some owners describe the movement as feeling "alive." The watch features a polished stainless steel case, monopushers, and a double-sided anti-reflective coating. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for the retro aesthetic, with many wishing for a smaller variant, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp but slightly stiff, and the average accuracy is reported at +6 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Telemeter 1938 highly for its attractive vintage design and good value, despite concerns about its case size.

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