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Citizen Zenshin MechanicalvsanOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

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Zenshin Mechanical
CitizenZenshin Mechanical
MSRP $488
Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,905

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
Power Reserve
Zenshin Mechanical40h
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
Water Resistance
Zenshin Mechanical100m
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
MSRP
Zenshin Mechanical$488
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,905

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Hodinkee Sunburst

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
8213
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$488
$1,905

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dial, custom typography, and elegant, handmade aesthetic. The dial's deep colors and light-reflecting properties are frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with crisp printing and legible layouts. One owner notes the case finishing is basic but well-executed with a high-polish finish and defined lugs. The watch is considered worth the wait and looks better in person, becoming a daily wearer for some. However, long wait times from deposit to delivery, sometimes nearly two years, are a significant drawback. The Sellita SW200-1 movement is standard with a 38-hour power reserve, and one reviewer wished the 12.3mm case was slimmer. Another owner found the case plain and the buckle thin, while also noting white hands could crowd dial numbers on a GMT variant. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting good timekeeping and another noting the watch is keeping good time.

From video reviewers

The enamel dial is a standout feature. Legibility issues were addressed by reluming the hands.

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