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anOrdain FabrikvsGlycine Airman No. 1 GMT

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Fabrik
anOrdainFabrik
MSRP $1,810
Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik38mm
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik68h
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Water Resistance
Fabrik50m
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
MSRP
Fabrik$1,810
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
36mm
Thickness
11mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Fabrik
Silver
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Luminous

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
SW330-2
Power Reserve
68h
48h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
GMT, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,810
$2,800

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What people say

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anOrdain Fabrik

Owners are divided on the anOrdain Fabrik, with some appreciating its value and German-made dial, while others feel it deviates from the brand's core identity. One owner praises the purple lacquer dial as a unique conversation starter. Some commenters find the 38mm size small for larger wrists, preferring a larger option. Overall, owners are split on the anOrdain Fabrik, with its value and dial design being points of appreciation and contention.

Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

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