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anOrdain Fabrik GMTvsTissot Heritage 1938

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fabrik GMT
anOrdainFabrik GMT
MSRP $1,937
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fabrik GMT38mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
Fabrik GMT42h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
Fabrik GMT50m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
Fabrik GMT$1,937
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
39mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Fabrik GMT
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
ETA 2893-2
11 1/2'''
Power Reserve
42h
38h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,937
$925

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Fabrik GMT

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Fabrik GMT for its striking purple lacquer dial. Some enthusiasts, however, feel it departs from the brand's signature enamel dials and Scottish heritage. The watch is considered good value at £1350 GBP, featuring a Swiss LJP movement and a German-made dial. One owner noted the 38mm case size felt small on an 8.5" wrist. Overall, owners rate the anOrdain Fabrik GMT highly for its unique dial and perceived value, despite some feeling it deviates from the brand's core identity.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. No weaknesses were cited by multiple reviewers.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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