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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

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Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,556
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP $750

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical40h
Water Resistance
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical
MSRP
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,556
A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical$750

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Casual
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 1 (Group Buy)
40mm

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,556
$750

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What people say

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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials, custom typography, and elegant design, noting the dials' unique craftsmanship and light-reflecting qualities. The updated G100 movement is appreciated for its extended power reserve, and the case finishing is described as well-executed with a high-polish finish. Some reviewers suggest the case could be slightly slimmer. The significant wait time, ranging from nearly two years to over two and a half years, is a notable drawback frequently mentioned by owners. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its unique enamel dials and appealing design at its price point.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical is widely praised for its creative and original design, making it a fun conversation starter and a well-made watch for its price point. Owners appreciate the vibrant colors and quality packaging, with one reviewer noting the 40mm case dimensions and elegant lugs. The Swiss STP1-11 movement is reported to have acceptable accuracy. Some owners, however, find the Milanese bracelet too shiny, while the nylon strap may be small in diameter for some wearers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon: mechanical highly for its unique design and good value.

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