Which is cheaper, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Nivada Grenchen Autochron?

At MSRP the Nivada Grenchen Autochron is the cheaper of the two at $2,495, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $1,309 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Nivada Grenchen Autochron?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 38mm for the Nivada Grenchen Autochron — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Nivada Grenchen Autochron?

The Nivada Grenchen Autochron is rated to 200m versus 50m for the anOrdain Model 1.

What movement does the anOrdain Model 1 run compared to the Nivada Grenchen Autochron?

The anOrdain Model 1 runs a manual caliber (Sellita SW210-1), while the Nivada Grenchen Autochron runs a automatic (ETA Valjoux 7750).

Side by side

anOrdain Model 1vsNivada Grenchen Autochron

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

anOrdain Model 1

model-1-blue-fume

MSRP $3,804

Nivada Grenchen Autochron

Autochron

MSRP $2,495

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Model 141mm

Autochron38mm

Power Reserve

Model 142h

Autochron42h

Water Resistance

Model 150m

Autochron200m

MSRP

Model 1$3,804

Autochron$2,495

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Matt Blue Small texture +Super White Lum thick Printed 7506C Super Lum. Dots +White thick Printed logo

Indices

Applied

Baton

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW210-1

ETA Valjoux 7750

Type

Manual

Automatic

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

28 vph

Jewels

—

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,804

$2,495

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Nivada Grenchen Autochron

Owners praise the Nivada Grenchen Autochron's dial, with one owner calling it amazing. The Autochron Mechaquartz is noted for its squared profile and the comfort of its expansion bracelet on smaller wrists.

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