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anOrdain Model 1vsVario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

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Model 1
anOrdainModel 1
MSRP $1,334
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
Vario1945 D12 Bronze Fumé
MSRP $428

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 138mm
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé37mm
Power Reserve
Model 142h
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé40h
Water Resistance
Model 150m
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé100m
MSRP
Model 1$1,334
1945 D12 Bronze Fumé$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
11mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 2
Grey

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Miyota 82s5
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,334
$428

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, custom typeface, and syringe hands, calling it a standout feature. The 36mm steel case is noted as a thoughtful, comfortable complement to the dial, and the smooth winding action of the Sellita SW-210-1 hand-wound movement is appreciated. Some find the 5atm water resistance limiting, and the anti-reflective coating can be prone to glare. The 18mm strap width is also mentioned as potentially limiting for strap enthusiasts. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its stunning enamel dial and elegant, versatile design.

Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé

Owners widely appreciate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé for its historical representation and the use of two lume colors. The blended branding is considered tasteful by some, though one owner expressed indecision about the logo and crown position. The 37mm bronze case is designed to develop a patina, as are the bronze hands, complementing the gradient matte black dial with faux-patina lume. The Miyota 82S5 automatic movement, however, is noted by owners to be noisy and rattly, with one owner reporting +7 seconds per day accuracy and a 40-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Vario 1945 D12 Bronze Fumé positively for its aesthetic appeal and historical narrative, despite the noisy movement.

From video reviewers

The bronze case developing a patina is a key aesthetic feature. Reviewers found the value proposition to be good at $428 USD.

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