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anOrdain Model 2 PorcelainvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Model 2 Porcelain
anOrdainModel 2 Porcelain
MSRP $2,356
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 2 Porcelain39.5mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Model 2 Porcelain68h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Model 2 Porcelain50m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Model 2 Porcelain$2,356
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diameter
39.5mm
30.5mm
Thickness
11mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
12mm
Water Resistance
50m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 2 Porcelain
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,356
$375

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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 Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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