anOrdain Model 1vsCincinnati Watch Company Rico the Porcupine
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Measurements
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Model 1

Rico the Porcupine
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.5mm
lowest
Thickness
11.5mm
10.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
100m
highest
Power Reserve
42h
45h
highest
MSRP
$3,804
$1,895
lowest
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Sellita SW210-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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 elegant design, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant hardened case. Some owners appreciate the 38mm size and its excellent fit on average wrists. However, significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a notable drawback. A few reviewers mention minor quirks of its handmade nature, such as dial taper or dial feet visibility in certain lighting, and one owner found the strap buckle uncomfortable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its stunning, handmade enamel dial and excellent value for its artisanal craftsmanship.
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.
Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Rico the Porcupine for its excellent accuracy, with figures ranging from -2 seconds per day to highly accurate, and its great power reserve and lume. The fit and finish are considered on par with or superior to competitors, and the retro designs, particularly the grainy black dial with X1 C3 luminova, are a strong point. Some owners find the manual wind crown too small and difficult to operate, and the 38mm case size is considered too small by some, leading to a split opinion on its wearability. On balance, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Rico the Porcupine highly for its retro design and excellent build quality at its price point.
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