anOrdain Model 1vsNOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Model 1
Tangente gold 33 doré
Diameter
38mm
32.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
42.2mm
lowest
Thickness
11.5mm
6.6mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
42h
53h
highest
MSRP
$3,804
lowest
$12,500
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
Nomos DUW 4001
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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 NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré for its classic Bauhaus design and exceptionally thin 6.9mm case. However, one owner found the gold accents subtle compared to other models, and another would not purchase it for $13k, citing other watches that offer more functionality for the price. Overall, owners rate the NOMOS Glashütte Tangente gold 33 doré highly for its classic Bauhaus design and thin case.
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