Echo/Neutra Averau 39 3HvsGrand Seiko SBGA375

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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

Grand Seiko SBGA375 at true scale

SBGA375

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

46.2mm

Thickness

11.3mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

41h

72h

highest

MSRP

$840

lowest

$5,600

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Grand Seiko 9R65

Case

6 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
11.3mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
n/a
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed + Polished
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Black
n/a
Lume
Superluminova BGW9
None

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Grand Seiko 9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
41h
72h
Jewels
26
0
Complications
Moonphase, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$840
$5,600
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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.

Grand Seiko SBGA375

Grand Seiko SBGA375 owners praise its dial, Spring Drive movement, design, and finishing, with one owner mesmerized by the totality of the piece. Reviewers note the dial's legibility, even in low light, and the polished bevels on the hour markers that catch light well. One owner scuffed the bezel within a week of ownership. Some find other Grand Seiko models more appealing, and one user questioned if a lug was missing. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGA375 highly for its subtle design and the engineering of its Spring Drive movement.

From video reviewers

The Spring Drive movement's smooth sweep is a key strength. The bracelet's taper and clasp were cited as areas for improvement.