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anOrdain Model 1 Precious MetalvsSeiko Captain Willard

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What people say

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anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal

The anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal is described as dressy with a solid build, though some owners desire more pronounced case chamfers to better define its shape. The galvanized gold and rhodium dials are noted as great, but one owner prefers anOrdain's signature lacquer dials for a precious metal version. The watch features a 38mm stainless steel case with 50 meters of water resistance and an in-house regulated ETA 2824-2 movement with a 38-hour power reserve. The 18mm lug width is also flagged as a drawback by one owner. Overall, owners find the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal to be a dressy watch with a solid build, though opinions are split on the dial and case finishing for a precious metal offering.

Seiko Captain Willard

The Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation is praised for its impressive finishing and value, with reviewers noting its well-designed dial and excellent LumiBrite lume. The watch features a textured grey or dark brown dial, silver hands and indexes with beige or cream lume, and a matte grey or dark bezel insert. It houses the 6R35 automatic movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Some reviewers question if its performance specs align with its price point. Overall, reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea 1970 Diver's Modern Re-interpretation highly for its finishing and value over $1,000.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 Precious Metal38mm
Captain Willard42.7mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 Precious Metal42h
Captain Willard70h
Water Resistance
Model 1 Precious Metal50m
Captain Willard200m
MSRP
Model 1 Precious Metal$1,905
Captain Willard$1,300

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42.7mm
Thickness
11mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.6mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
underside
Dial Color
Model 1 Precious Metal
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko 6R35
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
70h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$1,300
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