anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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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)

Seiko King Seiko KSK at true scale

King Seiko KSK

Diameter

38mm

38.6mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

45.8mm

lowest

Thickness

11mm

10.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

45h

highest

MSRP

$1,905

lowest

$3,300

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Seiko 6L35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.6mm
Thickness
11mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Hodinkee Sunburst
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko 6L35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
45h
Jewels
n/a
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$3,300
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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.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

The Seiko King Seiko KSK is praised for its slim, retro design with sharply faceted lugs and well-executed dials, featuring a mix of brushed and polished finishes. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the Grand Seiko-level dial and case finishing, the double-bevel sapphire crystal, and an unusually nice bracelet. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +5 to +7 seconds per day and another noting +15/-10 seconds per day for the 6L35 movement. Some owners question the value proposition at its price point, particularly when considering the movement. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the King Seiko KSK for its refined retro aesthetic and high-quality finishing, despite some reservations about its price and movement in certain configurations.

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