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anOrdain Model 3 MethodvsOak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

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Model 3 Method
anOrdainModel 3 Method
MSRP $4,693
The Olmsted Matte
Oak & OscarThe Olmsted Matte
MSRP $1,775
What people say

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anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely report the anOrdain Model 3 Method's dial is unique, deep, and colorful, with a textured surface that plays with light. Reviewers praise its craftsmanship and elegant case, noting a slim 39mm profile. Some owners find the skinny lugs less appealing, and one forum member preferred the dial typography of an earlier model and disliked the Model 3 case. While no longer considered a value proposition due to price increases, the quality is deemed worth the cost. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its unique dial and elegant case craftsmanship.

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte

Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte is praised for its stealthy, modern field watch aesthetic, featuring a durable ceramic-coated steel case and a clean, no-date dial. Reviewers highlight its comfortable 38mm dimensions and 100m water resistance. The watch offers exceptional value at $1,475, including two straps and a travel wallet, with a modified ETA 2892-A2 movement. One reviewer notes the ceramic coating may develop patina with heavy wear. Overall, reviewers rate Oak & Oscar The Olmsted Matte highly for its stealthy design and value proposition.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 3 Method39mm
The Olmsted Matte38mm
Power Reserve
Model 3 Method56h
The Olmsted Matte42h
Water Resistance
Model 3 Method50m
The Olmsted Matte100m
MSRP
Model 3 Method$4,693
The Olmsted Matte$1,775

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
39mm
38mm
Thickness
10.45mm
10.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.9mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel (matte ceramic coated)
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Double-domed
AR Coating
Yes
Underside
Dial Color
Model 3 Method
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
4 vph
Power Reserve
56h
42h
Jewels
25
Complications
None
GMT, Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,693
$1,775
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