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anOrdain Model 2 FumévsSeiko Astron

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Model 2 Fumé
anOrdainModel 2 Fumé
MSRP $1,905
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200
What people say

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anOrdain Model 2 Fumé

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Fumé for its stunning, hand-crafted enamel dial, with one owner reporting near-zero accuracy deviation. Reviewers highlight the dial's unique, deep, and rich Fumé effect, noting each is distinct. Some owners find the £1500 price point high, and one questions its field watch classification due to a "designery font," suggesting it leans more towards a dress watch. A reviewer points out the flat crown feels unfinished and clashes with the case's organic shape. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Fumé highly for its exceptional enamel dial craftsmanship.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Fumé36mm
Astron41.2mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Fumé42h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
Model 2 Fumé50m
Astron100m
MSRP
Model 2 Fumé$1,905
Astron$2,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
36mm
41.2mm
Thickness
11mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
14mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Super-clear coating
Dial Color
Model 2 Fumé
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
3X62
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$2,200
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