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NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 datevsanOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

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Metro 38 date
NOMOS GlashütteMetro 38 date
MSRP $3,740
Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Metro 38 date38.5mm
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Power Reserve
Metro 38 date52 hoursh
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Water Resistance
Metro 38 date50m
Model 2 Porcelain50m
MSRP
Metro 38 date$3,740
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
38.5mm
39.5mm
Thickness
7.8mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.3mm
46mm
Lug Width
19mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Model 2 Porcelain
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
DUW 4601
La Joux-Perret G101
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
52 hoursh
68h
Jewels
23

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,740
$2,356

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What people say

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NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date

The NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date is widely praised for its high-quality stainless steel case, beautifully executed dial with a subtle slope and matte/metallic finish, and a well-integrated date window. Owners and reviewers consistently commend its design, finishing, comfort, and accuracy, with one report of +2 seconds per day. However, legibility is a mixed point, as some find the thin silver hands difficult to read against the grey dial in certain light, while others report no issues. The dial's shininess and the crystal's curvature are noted distractions, and the hour and minute hands are perilously close in length. The stock strap was too large for one reviewer's wrist. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the NOMOS Glashütte Metro 38 date highly for its refined design and excellent finishing at its price point.

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.

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