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anOrdain Model 2 PorcelainvsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Porcelain36mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Porcelain68h
SBGX353
Water Resistance
Model 2 Porcelain50m
SBGX35330m
MSRP
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
36mm
34mm
Thickness
11mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Model 2 Porcelain

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Grand Seiko 9F61
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
0h
Jewels
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,356
$4,100
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