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anOrdain Model 1vsGrand Seiko SBGN027

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Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804
SBGN027
Grand SeikoSBGN027
MSRP $3,700
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.

Grand Seiko SBGN027

Owners widely praise the Grand Seiko SBGN027 for its exceptional Zaratsu polishing, compact 39mm size, and versatile monochrome aesthetic, noting its thin profile and suitability as a grab-and-go watch. The 9F quartz movement delivers highly accurate timekeeping, with one owner reporting +/- 10 seconds per year. However, some find the lume limited, the bracelet lacks micro-adjustments, and the GMT hand can be easily mistaken for the minute hand. One owner reported a black index on the bezel disappearing after a couple of months. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGN027 highly for its premium finishing and accurate HAQ GMT movement in a wearable size.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 138mm
SBGN02739mm
Power Reserve
Model 142h
SBGN02740h
Water Resistance
Model 150m
SBGN027200m
MSRP
Model 1$3,804
SBGN027$3,700

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
45.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
9F86
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,804
$3,700
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