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Breitling Aviator 8 Automatic 41vsanOrdain Model 2

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Breitling Aviator 8 Automatic 41

The Breitling Aviator 8 Automatic 41 is widely praised for its wearable 41mm size and slim profile, making it comfortable under sleeves. Owners appreciate its classic styling, unobtrusive date window at six o'clock, and the overall feel, with some noting it stands out as a military-style watch. The bezel is described as looking better in person, and the watch features a sapphire crystal with AR coating. Accuracy is reported within 2 seconds per day by one owner. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Aviator 8 Automatic 41 highly for its comfortable, slim wearability and classic aviation-inspired design at its price point.

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 its simple, rugged 36mm steel case. The smooth winding action of the Sellita SW-210 movement is also a frequently cited positive. Some reviewers note the 36mm case wears larger than expected, while others find it perfect for everyday wear and elegant. Criticisms include 5atm water resistance, glare from the sapphire crystal, and the lack of a running seconds hand. One owner expressed a strong desire to reacquire their Model 2 after selling it. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and wearability at the price point.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Aviator 8 Automatic 4141mm
Model 238mm
Power Reserve
Aviator 8 Automatic 4138h
Model 242h
Water Resistance
Aviator 8 Automatic 41100m
Model 250m
MSRP
Aviator 8 Automatic 41$4,750
Model 2$2,673

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
41mm
38mm
Thickness
10.74mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
21mm
49mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Model 2

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling Caliber 17
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,750
$2,673
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