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anOrdain Model 2 PorcelainvsSeiko Prospex Sea

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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 Prospex Sea

Seiko Prospex Sea models are widely praised for their excellent build quality, value for money, and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating the vintage-inspired designs and robust construction. Owners note the silicone straps are surprisingly comfortable and well-finished, and the Lumibrite lume is excellent. However, some find the 44.3mm size and thickness too large for smaller wrists, though others report the sizing as perfect. The 6R15 movement in some variants offers accuracy around +4 seconds per day with a 50-hour power reserve, while newer movements offer more. Some models are criticized for a bracelet width not matching the case size or a rudimentary clasp for their price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex Sea highly for its impressive case work and finishing at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Porcelain36mm
Prospex Sea41.3mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Prospex Sea72h
Water Resistance
Model 2 Porcelain50m
Prospex Sea300m
MSRP
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356
Prospex Sea$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
36mm
41.3mm
Thickness
11mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.2mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Seiko 6R55
Power Reserve
68h
72h
Jewels
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,356
$1,100
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