anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsTissot Classic Dream

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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)

Tissot Classic Dream at true scale

Classic Dream

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

10.2mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

80h

highest

MSRP

$1,905

$550

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Tissot Powermatic 80

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
10.23mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Hodinkee Sunburst
Silver
Indices
n/a
Indexes

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Tissot Powermatic 80
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$550
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Reviews

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

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.

Tissot Classic Dream

Owners widely praise the Tissot Classic Dream for its exceptional value, citing its traditional dress watch aesthetic, sapphire crystal, and Swiss movement. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its superb wearability, with one source noting its 8.1mm thickness and another its 40mm case size. The dazzling white dial with Roman numerals and the dark blue sunray dial are frequently mentioned as attractive features. However, some owners desire an automatic movement and higher water resistance than the standard 50 meters. The silver dial version's indexes are noted to lack lume and visibility. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Classic Dream highly for its classic design and value proposition.