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anOrdain Model 3 MethodvsHELM Vanuatu

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Model 3 Method
anOrdainModel 3 Method
MSRP $4,693
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 3 Method39mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Model 3 Method56h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Model 3 Method50m
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Model 3 Method$4,693
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
10.45mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Model 3 Method
Black
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW300
Seiko Instruments NH35
Power Reserve
56h
40h
Jewels
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,693
$285

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What people say

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anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely report the anOrdain Model 3 Method's dial is unique, deep, and colorful, with a textured surface that plays with light. Reviewers praise its craftsmanship and elegant case, noting a slim 39mm profile. Some owners find the skinny lugs less appealing, and one forum member preferred the dial typography of an earlier model and disliked the Model 3 case. While no longer considered a value proposition due to price increases, the quality is deemed worth the cost. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its unique dial and elegant case craftsmanship.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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