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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)vsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Model 1 (Group Buy)
anOrdainModel 1 (Group Buy)
MSRP $1,556
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 (Group Buy)38mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 (Group Buy)42h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Model 1 (Group Buy)50m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Model 1 (Group Buy)$1,556
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
10.6mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 1 (Group Buy)
Black

Movement

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

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,556
$279

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What people say

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anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy)

Owners widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) for its exceptional vitreous enamel dials, custom typography, and elegant design, noting the dials' unique craftsmanship and light-reflecting qualities. The updated G100 movement is appreciated for its extended power reserve, and the case finishing is described as well-executed with a high-polish finish. Some reviewers suggest the case could be slightly slimmer. The significant wait time, ranging from nearly two years to over two and a half years, is a notable drawback frequently mentioned by owners. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 (Group Buy) highly for its unique enamel dials and appealing design at its price point.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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