anOrdain Model 1 PorcelainvsSeiko King Seiko Chronometer

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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.

anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain at true scale

Model 1 Porcelain

Seiko King Seiko Chronometer at true scale

King Seiko Chronometer

Diameter

38mm

36mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

n/a

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

MSRP

$3,039

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Movement

La Joux-Perret G101

5626A

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
n/a
Material
Polished 316L steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Polished
Water Resistance
50m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
AR Coating
Three layers of anti-reflective coating
n/a
Dial Color
White
Grey
Texture
n/a
Linen
Indices
n/a
Applied
Lume
None
No

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
5626A
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,039
n/a
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain

The anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain is widely praised for its exceptional dial craftsmanship, featuring a handmade porcelain base with a glossy sheen and modern Breguet numerals. Owners and reviewers highlight the dial's depth and subtle details, such as the compass-inspired hands and unobtrusive logo integration. The 38mm stainless steel case is noted for its wearability, though one reviewer found the case a bit plain. Some sources mention visible pitting on the dial due to its artisanal nature, indicating it may not suit those seeking flawless surfaces. The watch is powered by a La Joux-Perret G101 movement. On balance, owners and reviewers highly value the anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain for its unique, artisanal dial and well-proportioned case.

Seiko King Seiko Chronometer

Seiko King Seiko Chronometer 5626-7170 owners praise its rare grey and "Superior Chronometer" dials for their depth and sunburst finishing, which are best appreciated in person. The 36mm case is noted to wear slightly larger due to its lugs. The 5626 movement is recognized as a higher-grade chronometer-adjusted caliber than the 5606, keeping accurate time. A known issue with the 5626 movement is the quick-set date function's susceptibility to failure due to a plastic part, with no replacement part developments reported. On balance, owners value the Seiko King Seiko Chronometer 5626-7170 for its distinctive dial finishing and chronometer-grade movement, despite the potential date function issue.