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anOrdain Model 1 Paynes Grey Fume
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Model 1 Paynes Grey Fume
Price ($)
$
3710
Country:
UK
A.I. Rating
6.8
Crowd Rating:
1830
Watch Description
We have chosen to enter the second iteration of our first watch, the Model 1 Payne’s Grey Fumé, into the Challenge category. This watch not only demonstrates our ability in enamelling and watch design, but it also showcases an entirely new enamelling technique that we discovered and developed in-house.
To create this dial, enamel is layered onto a domed, hand-hammered silver disc to create a colour gradient, or fumé effect. The enamel depth ranges from 0.4 to 0.15mm in depth; working at these incredible levels of precision requires great skill to prevent cracking.
Based in Scotland, anOrdain specialises in grand feu enamel and is an exciting example of one way in which watchmaking could develop around the World. Eight years ago, there were essentially no horologists of working age in Scotland. In the past year, we have welcomed two new watchmakers, who are graduates of The British School of Watchmaking in Manchester and École Technique Le Locle in the Jura region, taking the total to 4.
Our three original enamellers, all trained jewellers, spent three years before we launched learning the art of dial enamelling. Today, three years after launch there are 18 of us here in Glasgow, including the typographer who creates each number and letter you see on our dials, and a fourth enameller, who is also a trained glass artist.
AnOrdain is all about fusing designing and making, hence our motto: Old Crafts, New Hands. Working in-house with our young team and using a simple ETA movement, we have been able to produce these remarkable enamel watches at a price that is accessible to a new generation of watch enthusiasts, and we feel the GPHG award would help us continue our work!
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Steel - 316L
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Automatic
La Joux-Perret G100
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grey vitreous enamel on silver
A.I. Watch Review:
# anOrdain Model 1 Paynes Grey Fume Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The anOrdain Model 1 Paynes Grey Fume is a refined artisanal dress watch from the Scottish microbrand, showcasing a stunning handcrafted vitreous enamel dial with a subtle Payne's Grey fumé gradient over intricate machine guilloché patterns on a sterling silver base, presented in a compact 38mm stainless steel case ideal for collectors and enthusiasts seeking unique independent horology; it features the workhorse Sellita SW200-1 automatic movement with 38-hour power reserve, a date window at 3 o'clock, and 50m water resistance for everyday wear.
## Overall Watch Rating: 7.3/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The exceptional hand-enamelled fumé dial with precise guilloché work delivers artistic depth comparable to haute horlogerie independents like Laurent Ferrier.
**Material Metric (9.3/10.0)** - Premium 316L stainless steel construction with double-domed sapphire crystal and AR coating offers durability and clarity on par with mid-tier luxury like Nomos Glashütte.
**Rarity Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Limited to just 50 pieces worldwide, this edition commands scarcity akin to other microbrand special releases, elevating it beyond standard production models.
**Versatility Metric (7.6/10.0)** - Its 38mm size, elegant profile, and leather strap make it suitable for formal occasions or casual dress-up, much like a classic JLC Reverso.
**Brand Metric (7.0/10.0)** - anOrdain's focus on traditional Scottish enamelling places it firmly in the high-premium enthusiast tier, similar to Baltic or Ming.
**History & Innovation Metric (6.9/10.0)** - Reviving vitreous enamel craftsmanship in modern microbrands scores well for innovation, though the young brand lacks the heritage of Omega.
**Movement Metric (6.2/10.0)** - The Sellita SW200-1 provides reliable in-house-like performance with hacking and hand-winding, but lacks the finishing of ETA 2824 in higher grades.
**Functions Metric (3.8/10.0)** - Basic time and date display offers everyday utility comparable to entry-level automatics, without advanced features like GMT.
**Complications Metric (3.2/10.0)** - The simple date complication at 3 o'clock is functional but unremarkable next to chronographs in Seiko divers.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 7.2
## WM Collector Grade: B+
## Performance Insights: Exceptional dial design and materials drive high marks, offset by basic movement and complications, delivering strong collector value well below implied pricing for its artisanal rarity.
## TPS Interpretation: Good Value: The watch punches above its price with unique enamelling artistry and limited production, ideal for enthusiasts seeking standout aesthetics without luxury premiums.
## Watch Data
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