Which is cheaper, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Longines EVIDENZA?

At MSRP the Longines EVIDENZA is the cheaper of the two at $2,650, against $3,804 for the anOrdain Model 1 — a $1,154 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The anOrdain Model 1 wears larger at 41mm versus 38.75mm for the Longines EVIDENZA — a 2.3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The anOrdain Model 1 is rated to 50m versus 30m for the Longines EVIDENZA.

Which has a longer power reserve, the anOrdain Model 1 or the Longines EVIDENZA?

The Longines EVIDENZA carries a 50-hour power reserve against 42 hours on the anOrdain Model 1.

What movement does the anOrdain Model 1 run compared to the Longines EVIDENZA?

The anOrdain Model 1 runs a manual caliber (Sellita SW210-1), while the Longines EVIDENZA runs a automatic (L615.3).

Side by side

anOrdain Model 1vsLongines EVIDENZA

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

Longines EVIDENZA

L2.642.4.73.6

MSRP $2,650

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Model 141mm

EVIDENZA38.75mm

Power Reserve

Model 142h

EVIDENZA50h

Water Resistance

Model 150m

EVIDENZA30m

MSRP

Model 1$3,804

EVIDENZA$2,650

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

—

AR Coating

Yes

Underside

Dial Color

Model 1 Blue Fumé

Silver

Indices

Applied

Painted Arabic numerals

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW210-1

L615.3

Type

Manual

Automatic

Power Reserve

42h

50h

Jewels

—

Hacking

Yes

Hand-winding

Yes

Complications

None

Hours, minutes, small second at 6 o'clock and date

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$3,804

$2,650

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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.

Owners widely praise the Longines EVIDENZA for its unique tonneau shape, elegant and classy aesthetic, and standout dial texture, with one owner highlighting its suitability for a classic look over 16 years. Reviewers and owners alike commend its blued hands and guilloche dial for evoking panache, though some note the cut-off '6' numeral as a flaw. One owner found the date window useful and well-placed, while another suggested its absence would improve the design. Overall, owners rate the Longines EVIDENZA highly for its distinctive design and elegant finishing.

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