Which is cheaper, the anOrdain Model 1 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

At MSRP the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 is the cheaper of the two at $559, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $3,245 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the anOrdain Model 1 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 35mm for the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the anOrdain Model 1 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

The KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 is rated to 100m versus 50m for the anOrdain Model 1.

Which has a longer power reserve, the anOrdain Model 1 or the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

The anOrdain Model 1 carries a 42-hour power reserve against 41 hours on the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002.

What movement does the anOrdain Model 1 run compared to the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002?

The anOrdain Model 1 runs a manual caliber (Sellita SW210-1), while the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 runs a automatic (NH38).

Side by side

anOrdain Model 1vsKUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

anOrdain Model 1

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MSRP $3,804

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

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MSRP $559

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Model 141mm

OLD SMITH 90-00235mm

Power Reserve

Model 142h

OLD SMITH 90-00241h

Water Resistance

Model 150m

OLD SMITH 90-002100m

MSRP

Model 1$3,804

OLD SMITH 90-002$559

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Dome

Dial Color

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Ivory

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW210-1

NH38

Type

Manual

Automatic

Power Reserve

42h

41h

Jewels

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Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,804

$559

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002

Owners widely praise the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 for its excellent 35mm size and premium feel for the price, with one owner noting its lume is the best they have experienced. The sand-textured cream dial is described as offering depth and legibility, though one owner rated the dial design 2/5 due to numeral offset referencing classic field watches. The watch utilizes a Seiko NH35 or NH38 automatic movement, with Kuoe adjusting it to a range of -20 to +40 seconds/day, though one example ran within +/- 10 seconds/day. On balance, owners rate the KUOE OLD SMITH 90-002 highly for its wearability and craftsmanship at its price point.

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