Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century ModernvsanOrdain Model 2

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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.

Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern at true scale

Mid-Century Modern

anOrdain Model 2 at true scale

Model 2

Diameter

38mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

49mm

Thickness

10.2mm

lowest

11.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

45h

highest

42h

MSRP

$1,995

lowest

$2,673

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Sellita SW210-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
10.2mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
n/a
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Model 2

Movement

2 specs
Power Reserve
45h
42h
Jewels
18
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,995
$2,673
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Reviews

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

Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern's gorgeous dial with art deco detail and its versatility as a strap monster. The watch is generally considered well-made and accurate, with one owner reporting -2 seconds per day and another noting it keeps good time. The 38mm case size is a point of contention, with some finding it too small, and a few owners view the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement as a drawback, with one noting the crown is difficult to wind. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Mid-Century Modern highly for its attractive dial and strap versatility.

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as liquid-like and stunning, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action, and the 38mm case is considered modestly sized and wearably elegant, reminiscent of an old-school field watch. Some owners express a strong desire to own another after selling their first. Minor criticisms include glare from the sapphire crystal and the lack of a running seconds hand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and refined wearability at the price.