Which is cheaper, the Fears Brunswick or the anOrdain Model 1?

At MSRP the Fears Brunswick is the cheaper of the two at $3,125, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $679 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Brunswick or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 38mm for the Fears Brunswick — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Brunswick or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 is rated to 50m versus 10m for the Fears Brunswick.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fears Brunswick or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Fears Brunswick.

What movement does the Fears Brunswick run compared to the anOrdain Model 1?

Both watches run manual movements — the Fears Brunswick uses the ETA 7001 and the anOrdain Model 1 uses the Sellita SW210-1.

Side by side

Fears BrunswickvsanOrdain Model 1

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

Fears Brunswick

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MSRP $3,125

anOrdain Model 1

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MSRP $3,804

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Brunswick38mm

Model 141mm

Power Reserve

Brunswick40h

Model 142h

Water Resistance

Brunswick10m

Model 150m

MSRP

Brunswick$3,125

Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Diameter

38mm

41mm

Thickness

11.25mm

11.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

42mm

49mm

Material

316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)

Stainless Steel

Water Resistance

10m

50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Brown

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

ETA 7001

Sellita SW210-1

Power Reserve

40h

42h

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,125

$3,804

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Fears Brunswick

Fears Brunswick owners and reviewers widely praise its elegant, vintage-inspired design, beautiful cushion case shape, and textured dials, with specific commendations for hand-polished German dials and hand-applied numerals. Some reviewers would prefer a screw-down crown despite the 100m water resistance, and one owner notes the price point is steep for a microbrand with an off-the-shelf movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Brunswick highly for its charming design and dial finishing.

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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 comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

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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