anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsanOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) at true scale

Model 1 (Group Buy)

anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal at true scale

Model 1 Precious Metal

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

46mm

Thickness

11mm

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

42h

MSRP

$1,905

$1,905

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Sellita SW210-1

Case

1 specs
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Hodinkee Sunburst
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Reviews

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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its beautiful, deep enamel dials and custom typography, which are the primary attraction and offer a unique, handmade aesthetic. The dials are noted for their legibility and how they reflect light. Some owners consider it worth the wait and expense, becoming a daily wearer. Reviewers and owners describe the case finishing as basic but well-executed with a high-polish finish, though some find the cases plain and small. The anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) features a Sellita SW210-1 manual-wind movement and has 50m water resistance. One reviewer noted the 12.3mm case thickness, while owners report the watch keeps good time. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials and unique design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The enamel dial is a standout feature. Legibility issues were addressed by reluming the hands.

anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal

Owners widely praise the build quality and dressy aesthetic of the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal. Some owners desire more case definition, suggesting chamfers to complement the dials, while others prefer anOrdain's signature lacquer dials over the galvanized gold and rhodium options for a precious metal variant. One owner experienced a magnetized movement that caused fast running, but anOrdain replaced the watch and allowed an upgrade to a decorated movement. The 18mm lug width is noted as a drawback by one owner. On balance, owners appreciate the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal for its solid construction and dress watch appeal, despite some aesthetic preferences and a reported movement issue that was resolved.

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