anOrdain Model 3 MethodvsXeric NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic

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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 3 Method at true scale

Model 3 Method

Xeric NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic at true scale

NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

lowest

47mm

Thickness

10.4mm

lowest

13.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

Power Reserve

56h

n/a

MSRP

$4,693

$699

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW300-1

Automatic

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10.45mm
13.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 3 Method
n/a
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300-1
n/a
Power Reserve
56h
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,693
$699
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 3 Method's unique, deep, and colorful dial, with one reviewer noting its carved-wood pattern achieved through a complex enameling process. The 39mm case is also considered an improvement over older models, though some prefer the dial typography and hour marker font of earlier versions. While no longer seen as a value proposition by some due to price increases, the overall craftsmanship is deemed worth the cost. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its distinctive dial artistry and refined case design.

Xeric NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic

The Xeric NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic is praised for its unique space-themed dial design and its ability to deliver on its concept, with owners finding it aesthetically pleasing and a good conversation starter. Legibility is noted as not great by some, though the dial and face design are considered selling points. Owners report mixed reviews, with some appreciating the solidly made watches and their great designs, while others express doubt about the watches being made in the US. One owner found the design amazing but felt the execution was not at the desired level, though it was considered reasonably priced. The AmeriChron caliber X3.1 automatic movement is not as accurate as mainstream Swiss or Japanese movements. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Xeric NASA Apollo 15 American Automatic well for its unique concept and dial design, despite some concerns about legibility and execution.