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Glycine Airman PuristvsanOrdain Model 1

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Airman Purist
GlycineAirman Purist
MSRP $2,700
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Purist42mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
Airman Purist48h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
Airman Purist100m
Model 150m
MSRP
Airman Purist$2,700
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Model 1 Blue Fumé
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Sellita SW210-1
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Jewels
21
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,700
$3,804

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Purist

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman Purist's 39mm case size as ideal, noting it wears well, while some prefer the 36mm variant. The 24-hour dial is an engaging feature that proves easy to adapt to, particularly for those familiar with 24-hour timekeeping. Readability is a point of discussion; while some contemporary models feature stealthy, difficult-to-read hands and bezels, others, especially vintage versions and the white-dial GL0376, offer good contrast and legibility. On balance, owners appreciate the Glycine Airman Purist for its comfortable wearability and unique 24-hour dial experience, despite some legibility concerns on specific configurations.

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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