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anOrdain Model 2 PorcelainvsSeiko Alpinist

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Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Model 2 Porcelain50m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Field
Thickness
11mm
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.4mm
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Model 2 Porcelain
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
6R35
Power Reserve
68h
70h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,356
$750

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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.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

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