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Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40vsanOrdain Model 2

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Premier Automatic Day Date 40
BreitlingPremier Automatic Day Date 40
MSRP $5,950
Model 2
anOrdainModel 2
MSRP $2,673
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Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40

Owners praise the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 for its refined, timeless design and good value. The anthracite dial is noted as a specific attractive feature. Some owners expressed a preference for an in-house caliber over the Breitling 45 movement. On balance, owners view the Breitling Premier Automatic Day Date 40 positively, appreciating its understated elegance and value proposition.

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

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Premier Automatic Day Date 4040mm
Model 238mm
Power Reserve
Premier Automatic Day Date 4038h
Model 242h
Water Resistance
Premier Automatic Day Date 40100m
Model 250m
MSRP
Premier Automatic Day Date 40$5,950
Model 2$2,673

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Mechanical
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11.41mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Model 2
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Breitling 45
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
42h
Jewels
0
Complications
Day-Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,950
$2,673
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