Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT dive watch
Starting from 1.290 €The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is a GMT watch inspired by the vintage watch styles of the 1950s and 1960s. This collection pays homage to the spirit of exploration watches from that era. Offered in 3 versions – Black, Khaki, and Tennis Club 2025 – it features a 40mm case and integrates a Sellita SW330 automatic movement with independent central GMT function. It stands out with its bidirectional two-tone 48-click sapphire bezel, its ultra-domed sapphire crystal, and its 24-hour central GMT function. Its timeless design makes it a piece suited for both everyday wear and travel.
GMT Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT Swiss Made
Founded by two enthusiasts of industrial design and watchmaking, the Italian brand Echo/Neutra draws its inspiration from 20th century tool watches, combining vintage aesthetics, contemporary functionality and high-quality manufacturing. Faithful to this philosophy, the 1956 GMT collection pays homage to the travel watches of the 1950s and 1960s while meeting the current demands of watch enthusiasts.
The 1956 GMT is equipped with an Elaborate Sellita SW330 automatic movement, renowned for its robustness and precision. Its central 24-hour GMT function allows the independent display of a second time zone, a complication particularly appreciated by travelers. This indication is complemented by a bidirectional two-tone sapphire bezel with 48 clicks, equipped with a 24-hour scale allowing multiple time zones to be tracked simultaneously. Its stainless steel case measuring 40 mm in diameter and 46 mm in length lug to lug offers an ideal balance between presence on the wrist and comfort. The dial is protected by an ultra-domed sapphire crystal which reinforces its neo-vintage character while guaranteeing excellent scratch resistance. With a water resistance of 100 meters, the watch is perfectly suitable for everyday use.
The collection is available in three dial versions with assertive personalities: Black, sober and timeless; Khaki, with a more adventurous character; and Tennis Club 2025, an edition inspired by the Association of Centenary Tennis Clubs, whose colors evoke the world of grass courts and the elegance of traditional tennis. Depending on the reference chosen, the watch comes with one or two bracelets included, reinforcing its versatility and its travel watch spirit.
Technical Specifications Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT
- Brand: Echo/Neutra
- Model: 1956 GMT (versions: Black / Khaki / Tennis Club)
- Approximate Price: ~€1,290
- Movement: Automatic
- Caliber: Sellita SW330 automatic élaboré
- Diameter: 40mm
- Thickness: 11.9 mm
- Water Resistance: 100m
- Crown: Screw-down type
- Crystal: Ultra-domed sapphire
- Dial: Black (Black) / Khaki / Tennis Club
- Straps: up to 2 straps included
- Bezel: Bidirectional two-tone sapphire
- GMT Function: Independent central GMT hand
- Superluminova: Old Radium + BGW9
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT diving watch
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is a GMT watch inspired by vintage watches from the 1950s-1960s, designed for modern travelers. This collection pays homage to the exploration spirit of timepieces from that era. The neo-vintage design captures this retro aesthetic with modern technologies. Its 40 mm case for 46 mm LUG2LUG offers an balanced presence on the wrist. The Sellita SW330 automatic elaboré movement ensures mechanical reliability. Sellita is a Swiss manufacturer recognized for robust movements.

The GMT function is the independent second time zone display via a central 24-hour GMT hand. The 100 m water resistance makes the watch suitable for daily use and outdoor activities. The ultra-domed sapphire crystal protects the dial with a vintage aesthetic. The bidirectional bicolored sapphire bezel with 48 clicks and 24-hour scale allows precise time zone measurement. The 3 versions – Black, Khaki, Tennis Club 2025 – offer distinct choices: classic black, textured military khaki, white clubs tennis design. Each version integrates Superluminova Old Radium (green) and BGW9 (blue on seconds hand).
Swiss Made Vintage Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT represents the alliance between Italian Dolomites design and Swiss horological precision. Founded by Nicola Callegaro, the brand draws inspiration from the Dolomites, a region in Northern Italy. The collection celebrates the sport spirit of the 1956 Cortina Winter Olympics. The 3 versions share a common technical base: 40 mm case, sapphire crystal, 48-click bezel, Sellita SW330, 100m. The black dial (Black) has 1950s printed indexes. The khaki dial has a subtle military texture. The Tennis Club 2025 dial is matte white with tennis club details.

The watch is delivered with 2 included bracelets except for the Tennis Club model, easily interchangeable for quick personalization. The screwed crown, screwed case back and special seals guarantee the 100 m water resistance, suitable for daily life, outdoors, navigation, recreational diving. The internal anti-reflective treatment of the crystal offers exceptional durability. The faded bicolored sapphire bezel adds visual dimension. At 1,290 €, this GMT offers technical characteristics and authentic design rivalling more prestigious brands.
Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT: Swiss Made Value
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is a GMT watch inspired by the 1950s-1960s, combining authentic vintage design and Swiss horological precision. It offers 100m water resistance, a 40mm case, and a bidirectional two-tone sapphire bezel with 48 clicks and 24h scale. Powered by a Sellita SW330 elaboré automatic movement with 24-hour central GMT function, it ensures reliability and accuracy. The watch is available in 3 distinctive versions (Black, Khaki, Tennis Club 2025) and comes with straps included depending on the chosen version. This versatile and elegant GMT appeals to travelers and vintage watch enthusiasts at €1,290.
Movement
The movement of the Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is a Sellita SW330 elaboré automatic, recognized for its reliability and precision. The main GMT function is the independent display of a second time zone via a 24-hour central GMT hand, allowing simultaneous reading of local time and another time zone's time. The SW330 caliber is a quality Swiss movement, used by many watch brands for its robustness and accessible maintenance. The power reserve is approximately 40 hours, which is standard for this category of Swiss automatic.

Diameters and Materials
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is offered in a 40mm case diameter with 46mm lug-to-lug, suitable for most wrists. The case is made of quality stainless steel, a material recognized for its corrosion resistance, ideal for a travel watch. The ultra-domed sapphire crystal protects the dial with an authentic vintage aesthetic. The faded two-tone sapphire bezel adds an additional visual dimension and reinforces the 1950s retro aesthetic.

Water Resistance
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT offers 100m (10 ATM) water resistance, suitable for intensive daily use, outdoor activities, navigation, and recreational diving up to 100 meters depth. This water resistance is guaranteed by the screw-down crown, screwed caseback, and special seals placed around the crown and crystal. Although this is not a professional diving watch (generally 200m minimum), the 100m water resistance is sufficient for most common water activities.

Accessories
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT comes with straps included depending on the chosen version. The Black and Khaki versions come with a first rubber strap and a second strap of choice, offering exceptional versatility from purchase. The Tennis Club 2025 version has only one strap included, either vintage or metal, depending on the selection. All straps are designed to be easily interchangeable, without requiring specialized tools, allowing quick and simple customization according to the occasion: a more sporty strap for outdoor activities and a more elegant strap for formal occasions.

Warranty
The Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT is covered by a 2-year international warranty against all manufacturing defects concerning the watch functions and original components. This warranty takes effect from the purchase date indicated on the warranty card. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, accidental shocks, or damage related to improper use. It provides access to the Echo/Neutra after-sales service network for repairs and maintenance throughout the coverage period.

Echo/Neutra 1956 GMT The pros
and cons
- 100 m water resistance for daily use
- Vintage design from the 1950s-1960s
- Bicolored sapphire bezel with 48 clicks and 24-hour scale
- 3 versions for more choice
- Generic Sellita movement (not chronometer certified)
- Very marked vintage style may not appeal to everyone
- 12 mm thickness sensitive on some thin wrists
- Standard power reserve (~40 hours)
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