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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMTvsanOrdain Model 1

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Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800
Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $3,804

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Model 141mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Model 142h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
Model 150m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800
Model 1$3,804

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Dress
Diameter
36mm
41mm
Thickness
11.6mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
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
25
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$3,804

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What people say

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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

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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