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Oak & Oscar The Humboldt ExP-02vsanOrdain Model 2 OT

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The Humboldt ExP-02
Oak & OscarThe Humboldt ExP-02
MSRP $2,400
Model 2 OT
anOrdainModel 2 OT
MSRP $1,588

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Humboldt ExP-0239.5mm
Model 2 OT36mm
Power Reserve
The Humboldt ExP-0256h
Model 2 OT42h
Water Resistance
The Humboldt ExP-02200m
Model 2 OT50m
MSRP
The Humboldt ExP-02$2,400
Model 2 OT$1,588

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Tool
Diameter
39.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.8mm
43mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Double-domed
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Grey
Model 2 OT
Lume
Super-LumiNova BGW9
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
56h
42h
Jewels
25
Complications
GMT, Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$1,588

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What people say

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Oak & Oscar The Humboldt ExP-02

Oak & Oscar The Humboldt ExP-02 is a 39.5mm stainless steel tool watch featuring a unique, layered aluminum "ghost dial" for legibility and 200m water resistance, powered by a Sellita SW300 movement. Its appeal is limited by a US$2,550 price and an extremely limited production of 20 pieces, with its experimental dial construction done in Chicago. Overall, reviewers highlight the endearing dial and in-house bezel production as key features of the Oak & Oscar Humboldt ExP-02.

anOrdain Model 2 OT

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 OT for its exquisite, handcrafted vitreous enamel dial and harmonious design. The 36mm steel case is noted for its simple, rugged field watch inspiration, and the winding experience is described as exceptionally smooth. Some reviewers flag a low 5atm water resistance and noticeable glare on the crystal, while others mention the lack of a seconds hand and limited lume. The 36mm case size is perceived differently, with some finding it wears larger and others smaller than expected. Overall, the consensus is that the anOrdain Model 2 OT is a highly regarded piece for its artistic dial and craftsmanship at its price point.

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