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anOrdain Model 1vsSeiko Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)

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What people say

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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.

Seiko Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)

Owners praise the Seiko Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies) for its clean, professional look and unique herringbone dial with thin Roman numerals, finding it suitable for various occasions. One owner notes the date complication with Roman numerals and a red marker for Sunday aids readability. The watch is also described as lightweight and wearable for daily use. On balance, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies) highly for its elegant dial design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 138mm
Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)29.6mm
Power Reserve
Model 142h
Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)40h
Water Resistance
Model 150m
Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)50m
MSRP
Model 1$3,804
Essentials Roman Numeral (Ladies)$350

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
29.6mm
Thickness
11.5mm
6.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
6N01
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,804
$350
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