Echo/Neutra Averau 39 3HvsHamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

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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 Averau 39 3H at true scale

Averau 39 3H

Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto at true scale

American Classic Valiant Auto

Diameter

39mm

34mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11.3mm

10.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

41h

80h

highest

MSRP

$840

$645

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Hamilton H-10

Case

7 specs
Diameter
39mm
34mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.58mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
16mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
Dial Color
Black
Silver
Lume
Superluminova BGW9
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Hamilton H-10
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
80h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$840
$645
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Reviews

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

Echo/Neutra Averau 39 3H

Owners widely praise the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 3H for its good finishing and crisp edges at its price point, with one owner noting the teal lume's variegation. The 39mm case is considered robust rather than slender, and the winding action is buttery smooth. However, the dial's complexity can make at-a-glance time-telling difficult when hands overlap batons, and the clasp on the H-link bracelet is considered adequate but a letdown compared to the rest of the watch. Overall, owners rate the Echo/Neutra Averau 39 3H highly for its excellent finishing and smooth winding feel at the price, despite minor legibility and clasp concerns.

From video reviewers

The Averau 39 3H is praised for its versatile 39mm case size and 100m water resistance. Reviewers noted the clasp as a drawback, though some felt this was common in its price segment.

Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto

Owners praise the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto for its classic design, citing the sunburst dial, Roman numerals, and applied indices as attractive features. The watch is noted for its elegance and ability to fit comfortably under a shirt cuff, with some owners considering it a "hidden gem." Accuracy varies, with one owner reporting +6 seconds per day after ten years of intermittent use without servicing. The OEM bracelet is considered high-quality for the brand, and it can be swapped out. On balance, owners rate the Hamilton American Classic Valiant Auto highly for its elegant dress watch aesthetic and quality bracelet at its price point.

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