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Hamilton American Classic Pan Europ Day Date AutovsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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Hamilton American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto for its striking retro aesthetics and impressive 80-hour power reserve. Reviewers and owners alike note the blue sunburst dial's elegant color shifts and the flawless finishing of the hands and indices. The case is described as comfortable and wearing light on the wrist, with some finding it surprisingly wearable on smaller wrists due to short lugs and a curved case back, though others find it wears larger than expected. Specific criticisms include challenging legibility on grey dial variants, stiff bezel grip with imperfect alignment, and non-existent lume on the bezel pip. The curved spring bars and shallow springbar placement are frequently cited as hindrances to strap changes, limiting aftermarket options and sometimes requiring modification for NATO straps. One owner reported an issue with missing warranty card and strap.

anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto42mm
Model 2 Porcelain36mm
Power Reserve
American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto80h
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto50m
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
American Classic Pan Europ Day Date Auto$1,345
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
11.85mm
11mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Model 2 Porcelain

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
H-30
La Joux-Perret G101
Power Reserve
80h
68h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,345
$2,356
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