anOrdain Model 2vsSeiko Presage Cocktail Time

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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 2 at true scale

Model 2

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time at true scale

Presage Cocktail Time

Diameter

36mm

40.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

43mm

n/a

Thickness

11mm

lowest

11.8mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

41h

MSRP

$1,207

$475

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Seiko 4R35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
43mm
n/a
Lug Width
18mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
n/a
Box
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 2
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko 4R35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
41h
Jewels
n/a
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,207
$475
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 2

The anOrdain Model 2 is widely praised for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, with owners comparing its quality to traditional Japanese urushi dials. Reviewers highlight the dial's custom typeface and syringe hands, as well as the simple, rugged 36mm steel case inspired by field watches. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action. Some minor criticisms include the lack of a running seconds hand and a minute track, and the AR coating's glare. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and excellent value.

From video reviewers

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

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time

Owners widely praise the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time for its visually stunning dials and excellent value, with many appreciating its size and design. The 4Rxx movement is reported to keep good time, ranging from -5/+5 seconds per day. Some owners note the lack of a sapphire crystal and occasional price concerns, though many feel it competes favorably with significantly more expensive watches. One owner specifically praises the Mockingbird dial, indices, hands, and crown, while finding the case design uninspired. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time highly for its dial aesthetics and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The dial finishing is exceptional for its price point. Quality control issues are a recurring problem with Seiko.

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