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anOrdain Model 1 Precious MetalvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Model 1 Precious Metal
anOrdainModel 1 Precious Metal
MSRP $1,905
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Model 1 Precious Metal38mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Model 1 Precious Metal42h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Model 1 Precious Metal50m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Model 1 Precious Metal$1,905
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Chronograph
Thickness
11mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Gold
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Model 1 Precious Metal
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Manual
Quartz
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$328

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What people say

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anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal

The anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal is described as dressy with a solid build, though some owners desire more pronounced case chamfers to better define its shape. The galvanized gold and rhodium dials are noted as great, but one owner prefers anOrdain's signature lacquer dials for a precious metal version. The watch features a 38mm stainless steel case with 50 meters of water resistance and an in-house regulated ETA 2824-2 movement with a 38-hour power reserve. The 18mm lug width is also flagged as a drawback by one owner. Overall, owners find the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal to be a dressy watch with a solid build, though opinions are split on the dial and case finishing for a precious metal offering.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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