Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite HippovsanOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

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Measurements

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Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo at true scale

Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) at true scale

Model 1 (Group Buy)

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

10.2mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

45h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,995

$1,905

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Sellita SW210-1

Case

5 specs
Thickness
10.2mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Hodinkee Sunburst

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
45h
42h
Jewels
18
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$1,905
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Reviews

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Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear, with one owner noting its suitability as a versatile everyday or business-casual watch. The tan canvas strap is seen as evoking a safari feel, and the watch is described as a strap monster. One owner, however, found the crown too small and difficult to wind, and felt the price was too high for the value. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite Hippo highly for its vintage aesthetic and comfortable wear.

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its beautiful, deep enamel dials and custom typography, which are the primary attraction and offer a unique, handmade aesthetic. The dials are noted for their legibility and how they reflect light. Some owners consider it worth the wait and expense, becoming a daily wearer. Reviewers and owners describe the case finishing as basic but well-executed with a high-polish finish, though some find the cases plain and small. The anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) features a Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement and has 50m water resistance. One reviewer noted the 12.3mm case thickness, while owners report the watch keeps good time. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials and unique design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The enamel dial is a standout feature. Legibility issues were addressed by reluming the hands.

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