anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsStowa Partitio Classic

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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)

Stowa Partitio Classic at true scale

Partitio Classic

Diameter

38mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

46.9mm

Thickness

11mm

10.9mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

n/a

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$1,556

n/a

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.9mm
Water Resistance
50m
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 1 (Group Buy)
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Sellita SW200-1
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,556
n/a
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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 and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials, custom typography, and elegant design. The dials are noted for their unique beauty, reflecting light and showcasing depth of color, with one owner describing it as worth the year-long wait. Case finishing is described as basic but well-executed with a high-polish finish and definition on the lugs. The anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) is also noted for keeping good time. However, the significant wait time for delivery, with some owners experiencing nearly two to two and a half years, is a notable drawback and considered an inefficient business practice by one. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its unique enamel dials and elegant design at an appealing price.

Stowa Partitio Classic

Owners widely praise the Stowa Partitio Classic's 37mm size as perfect for everyday wear and future inheritance, appreciating its classic Bauhaus design, well-executed dial typography, and the "HANDAUFZUG" marking. The Super-Luminova Old Radium coloring and traditional Stowa logo are also noted aesthetic highlights, contributing to its unique classic appeal. The watch's build quality is considered excellent, comparable to other respected German brands, and its curved case with a 47mm lug-to-lug ensures comfortable wearability. Some consider it a military-style watch, while others see it as a perfect unique classic for daily use. The Partitio Black Automatic offers good value under $1,000, though the movement finishing is basic and the sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflection. Overall, owners rate the Stowa Partitio Classic highly for its classic aesthetics and comfortable 37mm wearability at its price point.