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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsVario Futurist

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,556
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,556
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 1 (Group Buy)
Purple

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 9039
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,556
$648

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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 Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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