Which is cheaper, the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights or the anOrdain Model 1?

At MSRP the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights is the cheaper of the two at $1,495, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $2,309 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights or the anOrdain Model 1?

The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights wears larger at 42.6mm versus 41mm for the anOrdain Model 1 — a 1.6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights or the anOrdain Model 1?

The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights is rated to 200m versus 50m for the anOrdain Model 1.

What movement does the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights run compared to the anOrdain Model 1?

The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights runs a automatic caliber (9051), while the anOrdain Model 1 runs a manual (Sellita SW210-1).

Side by side

Citizen Series 8 890 City LightsvsanOrdain Model 1

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights

NB6062

MSRP $1,495

anOrdain Model 1

model-1-blue-fume

MSRP $3,804

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Series 8 890 City Lights42.6mm

Model 141mm

Power Reserve

Series 8 890 City Lights42h

Model 142h

Water Resistance

Series 8 890 City Lights200m

Model 150m

MSRP

Series 8 890 City Lights$1,495

Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Underside

Yes

Dial Color

Champagne

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

9051

Sellita SW210-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,495

$3,804

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights

The Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights features a geometric dial inspired by skyscraper shadows, with the silver model noted for its versatility. The watch is housed in a 40.1mm octagonal case with brushed and polished finishes, and uses the Miyota 9051 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers highlight the unique dial design as a key appeal of the Citizen Series 8 890 City Lights.

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anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its comfortable wearability, elegant design, and appealing price point for its handmade processes, with an 800 vickers hardened case resisting scratches well. Some owners report the Sellita SW200-1 movement's rotor is noticeable and the watch lacks lume. Significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a frequently cited drawback. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and handcrafted aesthetic at the price.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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