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anOrdain Model 1vsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig 38 date

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What people say

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

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, custom typeface, and syringe hands, calling it a standout feature. The 36mm steel case is noted as a thoughtful, comfortable complement to the dial, and the smooth winding action of the Sellita SW-210-1 hand-wound movement is appreciated. Some find the 5atm water resistance limiting, and the anti-reflective coating can be prone to glare. The 18mm strap width is also mentioned as potentially limiting for strap enthusiasts. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and elegant, versatile design.

From video reviewers

The hand-finished vitreous enamel dial is cited as a significant strength, offering craftsmanship typically found on more expensive watches. Reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the overall luxury experience and lengthy wait times. Reviewers disagreed on the value proposition at the price point.

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 138mm
Ludwig 38 date37.5mm
Power Reserve
Model 142h
Ludwig 38 date42 hoursh
Water Resistance
Model 150m
Ludwig 38 date30m
MSRP
Model 1$1,334
Ludwig 38 date$3,280

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38mm
37.5mm
Thickness
11mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
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
$1,334
$3,280
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