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Dan Henry 1939vsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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1939
Dan Henry1939
MSRP $290
Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
193941mm
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Power Reserve
193940h
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
1939
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
1939$290
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
41mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.9mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Standard
Model 2 Porcelain

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
68h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$2,356

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What people say

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Dan Henry 1939

Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1939 for its striking, art-like design, detailed multi-layered dial with glossy black background and gold raised markers, and the solid clicking feel of its chronograph buttons. The gorgeous domed crystal and smooth chrono sweep back are also noted positives, contributing to a feeling of sturdiness and exceptional value at $220. Some owners express disappointment it uses a quartz movement, and one owner found it surprisingly heavy. After two years of daily wear, the watch has sustained abuse with only minor bezel nicks and barely visible scratches on the glass, while its chronograph pushers retain an audible click. On balance, owners rate the Dan Henry 1939 highly for its detailed design and exceptional value at the price point.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing and classic aesthetic are consistently praised. The lack of lume is a significant drawback for legibility in low light.

anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

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