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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,556
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,556
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,556
$328

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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.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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