5280 Watch Company AnterovsanOrdain Model 1
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Measurements
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Antero
Model 1
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.5mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
42h
42h
MSRP
$5,995
$3,804
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Sellita SW210-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the 5280 Watch Company Antero for its customizable guilloche enamel dials, with the guilloche work performed in the US, and its sub-$4,000 price point. Some owners receive frequent compliments on the watch, with one owner opting to swap the original bracelet for an alternative. The dial text is criticized for mimicking Rolex and including the phrase "don't get it wet" on a watch with 100m water resistance. Overall, owners rate the 5280 Watch Company Antero highly for its customizable dial and value.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its elegant design, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant hardened case. Some owners appreciate the 38mm size and its excellent fit on average wrists. However, significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a notable drawback. A few reviewers mention minor quirks of its handmade nature, such as dial taper or dial feet visibility in certain lighting, and one owner found the strap buckle uncomfortable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its stunning, handmade enamel dial and excellent value for its artisanal craftsmanship.
Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.
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