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anOrdain Model 2 PorcelainvsPraesidus A-5 UDT

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Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356
A-5 UDT
PraesidusA-5 UDT
MSRP $645

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
A-5 UDT38mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Porcelain68h
A-5 UDT40h
Water Resistance
Model 2 Porcelain50m
A-5 UDT200m
MSRP
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356
A-5 UDT$645

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 2 Porcelain
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,356
$645

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain for its artistic haute horological experience, sublime design, and exceptional craftsmanship, highlighting the hand-finished, carved, and curved lugs. Reviewers note the deep, glossy black porcelain dial with pad-printed gold numerals and hand-painted lume, though dimples from the traditional production process are visible in certain lighting. The watch features a 39.5mm brushed steel case, a sapphire caseback revealing the La Joux-Perret G101 movement with a 68-hour power reserve, and 50-meter water resistance. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain highly for its unique dial material and detailed case finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain's handmade enamel dial is a notable strength, praised by multiple reviewers for its unique, subtle color shift. A potential drawback is the relatively modest water resistance of 50 meters, which may be a trade-off for the watch's focus on aesthetics. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug fit, with some finding it comfortable and others noting it's somewhat large.

Praesidus A-5 UDT

The Praesidus A-5 UDT is noted for its historically inspired design, featuring an oversized crown cap and chain that pays homage to WW2 canteen watches. Reviewers highlight its functional dial with embossed, Super-LumiNova filled numerals and markers for legibility, alongside 200m water resistance and a 38mm brushed stainless steel case. Some owners find the 11.7mm thickness problematic, describing it as disproportionately tall. The watch's ana/digi functionality and connection to special operations forces are also praised. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Praesidus A-5 UDT for its unique historical design elements and functional dial.

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