Which is cheaper, the Farer WORLD TIMER or the anOrdain Model 1?

At MSRP the Farer WORLD TIMER is the cheaper of the two at $1,575, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $2,229 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Farer WORLD TIMER or the anOrdain Model 1?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 39mm for the Farer WORLD TIMER — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Farer WORLD TIMER or the anOrdain Model 1?

The Farer WORLD TIMER is rated to 100m versus 50m for the anOrdain Model 1.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Farer WORLD TIMER or the anOrdain Model 1?

The Farer WORLD TIMER carries a 56-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the anOrdain Model 1.

Side by side

Farer WORLD TIMERvsanOrdain Model 1

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

Farer WORLD TIMER

foxe-gold

MSRP $1,575

anOrdain Model 1

model-1-blue-fume

MSRP $3,804

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

WORLD TIMER39mm

Model 141mm

Power Reserve

WORLD TIMER56h

Model 142h

Water Resistance

WORLD TIMER100m

Model 150m

MSRP

WORLD TIMER$1,575

Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Dial Color

Green

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW331-2

Sellita SW210-1

Type

—

Manual

Power Reserve

56h

42h

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,575

$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.

Farer WORLD TIMER

Owners widely praise the Farer WORLD TIMER for its detailed dial work, including bronze inlay patina and shiny minute markers, as well as its powerful lume and gorgeous case finishing. The 39mm sizing is considered perfect by some reviewers, offering a blend of function and elegance that punches above its price point, while others find the matching blue dial hinders legibility. One owner noted the bracelet lacked microadjusts. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer WORLD TIMER highly for its detailed dial work and versatile case finishing at its price.

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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