Cincinnati Watch Company Cincinnati's Favorite HippovsanOrdain Model 1

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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 at true scale

Model 1

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

10.2mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

45h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$3,804

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Sellita SW210-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49mm
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
Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$3,804
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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

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 elegant design, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant hardened case. Some owners appreciate the 38mm size and its excellent fit on average wrists. However, significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a notable drawback. A few reviewers mention minor quirks of its handmade nature, such as dial taper or dial feet visibility in certain lighting, and one owner found the strap buckle uncomfortable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its stunning, handmade enamel dial and excellent value for its artisanal craftsmanship.

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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