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anOrdain Model 2vsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 date

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exceptional, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as stunning and liquid-like, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The simple, rugged 36mm steel case is noted for its organic lines and comfortable wearability, and the hand-winding Sellita SW-210 movement offers a smooth winding action. The watch is considered to offer impressive value for its dial work. Some reviewers note the lack of a running seconds hand, a minute track on certain versions, and limited lume on the hands. Water resistance is rated at 5atm, and one reviewer found the AR coating prone to glare. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exquisite enamel dial and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The hand-enameled dial is a significant strength. The watch's inclusion in the MoMA Store is also noted.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 date

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 date for its striking, glossy enamel-like white dial, Roman numerals, and blued steel hands, with the 38mm size considered a great statement piece. The in-house manual-winding Alpha movement offers a 43-hour power reserve. Some owners note the long lug-to-lug distance can make the watch appear large on smaller wrists. Overall, owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 date highly for its classic, slender design and fine details at its price point.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 236mm
Ludwig 38 date37.5mm
Power Reserve
Model 242h
Ludwig 38 date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
Model 250m
Ludwig 38 date30m
MSRP
Model 2$1,207
Ludwig 38 date$3,280

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
37.5mm
Thickness
11mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
47.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
19mm
Finish
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Model 2
White
Indices

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Nomos DUW 4101
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
42 hoursh
Jewels
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,207
$3,280
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