Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch EditionvsanOrdain Model 2

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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.

Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition at true scale

Ancestra Launch Edition

anOrdain Model 2 at true scale

Model 2

Diameter

38.5mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

49mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

30m

50m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$5,850

$2,673

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Sellita SW210-1

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
49mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
Chinese caligraphy
Model 2

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Jewels
0
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,850
$2,673
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Reviews

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

Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition

Owners widely praise the Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition for its unique hand-hammered Grand Feu enamel dial, custom-decorated French movement, and compact 38.5mm case. Some owners and reviewers highlight the dial's artistic execution with baguette diamond markers, while others find it too busy. The $5,850 price point is noted as a significant step up, with some feeling the brand is overpriced, though others see value in its unique aesthetics and superior movement compared to standard options. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Atelier Wen Ancestra Launch Edition highly for its exceptional dial artistry and distinctive movement at its price.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as liquid-like and stunning, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action, and the 38mm case is considered modestly sized and wearably elegant, reminiscent of an old-school field watch. Some owners express a strong desire to own another after selling their first. Minor criticisms include glare from the sapphire crystal and the lack of a running seconds hand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and refined wearability at the price.