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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsanOrdain Model 1

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Model 150m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
41.50mm
41mm
Thickness
12.95mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
20mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Lume
BGW9
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$3,804

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

anOrdain Model 1

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 comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

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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