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anOrdain Model 1vsTAG Heuer Carrera

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Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804
Carrera
TAG HeuerCarrera
MSRP $6,550
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.

TAG Heuer Carrera

Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera for its stunning design, clean aesthetic, and exceptional finishing, noting its versatility and comfortable wearability as a daily driver. Reviewers highlight the tight integration of parts, lovely visual lines, and solid construction, with the bracelet also receiving praise. Some owners find the lume only so-so and the bracelet lacks micro-adjust, while one owner of a Carrera variant notes the movement can be loud and the pusher operation less than ideal. The TAG Heuer Carrera is generally considered a quality watch that holds up well for daily wear, though some feel it is more of a jewelry purchase than an investment due to typical depreciation and resale value. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the TAG Heuer Carrera highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid build quality at its price point.

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 138mm
Carrera42mm
Power Reserve
Model 142h
Carrera80h
Water Resistance
Model 150m
Carrera100m
MSRP
Model 1$3,804
Carrera$6,550

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Steel Fine-Brushed/Polished
Water Resistance
50m
100m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Grey
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
TH20-00
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
80h
Jewels
0
Complications
None
Chronograph, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,804
$6,550
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