Model 2 Porcelain

Name: anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain
Brand: anOrdain

Premium $1,300+

The anOrdain Model 2 Porcelain is a Scottish-made, time-only field watch built around an in-house glazed porcelain dial fired at up to 1,300°C by a dedicated ceramic artist at the Glasgow workshop. Each dial carries its own handmade surface texture; no two are identical.

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39.5mm

Case

50m

Water res.

11mm

Thick

46mm

Lug-to-lug

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Overview

Brand	anOrdain
Collection	Model 2
Category	Field
Released	2025
Price guide	Premium · $1,300+

Full specification

Specs

Case & dial

Diameter	39.5 mm
Lug-to-lug	46 mm
Thickness	11 mm
Lug width	20 mm
Water resistance	50 m
Crystal	sapphire
Case material	316L stainless steel
Bezel	fixed
Case back	solid

Movement & furniture

Type	Automatic
Caliber	La Joux-Perret G101 →
Power reserve	68 h
Jewels	24
Lume	Super-LumiNova
Strap / bracelet	leather strap (shell cordovan, suede, bovine leather, or kidskin; 20mm)

On the wrist

The porcelain dial is the entire point, and it earns the attention. The high-fired glaze creates a depth of black that reads differently from lacquer or even Grand Feu enamel — slight dimples and microscopic surface variation remind you a human being crafted this particular piece by hand. The bespoke Arabic numerals filled with Super-LumiNova are crisp against that black, and the combination of gold-plated hands with a red lacquer seconds hand feels vintage-flavoured without tipping into retro pastiche.

The brushed 316L case is consciously understated. At 39.5mm with a 46mm lug-to-lug it sits comfortably without crowding a medium wrist. Some will wish for polished chamfers to give the case a dressier character to match the dial — the all-brushed finish is practical but does little to flatter the light. That's a fair criticism, though the contrast between matte steel and glossy porcelain has its own logic: the case steps back so the dial can take the stage.

Bottom line

A genuinely artisanal field watch with a singular, one-of-a-kind dial that justifies the two-month wait and modest price point, best suited to buyers who prize handmade character over mechanical complexity.

Highlights

Hand-crafted in-house porcelain dial
39.5 mm / 46 mm L2L
La Joux-Perret G101, 68 h power reserve
Gold-plated hands + red lacquer seconds hand
50 m WR + sapphire crystal

Who it's for

Buyers drawn to artisanal watchmaking who want a distinctive all-black dial without paying Grand Feu enamel prices. The 46mm lug-to-lug suits medium to larger wrists; those preferring a smaller case should consider the 36mm Medium edition. Works equally well in casual and smart-casual settings as a daily driver.

Who should skip it

Skip it if you need a date window or a bracelet option, expect polished case chamfers, or are uncomfortable with the natural dial variation inherent to a handmade production process.

Before you buy

Two sizes exist (39.5mm Large / 36mm Medium) — confirm the correct variant before ordering
Price is listed ex-VAT; UK buyers add 20% VAT to the stated £1,855
Current product page shows shipping in 2 months; limited to one watch per customer at anordain.com
Each porcelain dial has minor surface texture and dimple variation — this is by design, not a quality defect

FAQ

Is the Model 2 Porcelain automatic or quartz?

The Model 2 Porcelain is automatic. The La Joux-Perret G101 winds itself from the motion of your wrist, so it needs no battery. A full wind holds roughly 68 hours, so it keeps running overnight off the wrist; left longer it stops and restarts once you wear or hand-wind it.

What movement does the Model 2 Porcelain use?

The Model 2 Porcelain is powered by the La Joux-Perret G101 from La Joux-Perret, an automatic caliber with 24 jewels, a 68-hour power reserve, and a 28,800 bph beat rate. Being automatic, it winds from the motion of your wrist and needs no battery.

How water resistant is the Model 2 Porcelain?

The Model 2 Porcelain is rated to 50 m. That is enough for hand-washing, rain and brief swimming, but not for diving or prolonged submersion. Whatever the rating, avoid operating the crown or pushers underwater, and have the gaskets checked periodically to keep it reliable.

How big does the Model 2 Porcelain wear?

At 39.5 mm across with a 46 mm lug-to-lug and 11 mm thick, the Model 2 Porcelain wears as a modern medium-to-large watch. Lug-to-lug is the measurement that really decides fit, since it sets how far the case spans the wrist — 46 mm suits most wrists, and smaller wrists especially should check that figure.

How does a porcelain dial differ from anOrdain's Grand Feu enamel dials?

Porcelain is fired at up to 1,300°C (vs. ~840°C for Grand Feu enamel), creating a vitreous glaze that fuses permanently with the clay body. The porcelain surface retains subtle handmade texture — slight dimples and character — that enamel's smoother result does not, and the process allows smaller, more consistent batches than traditional enamel production.

Is the Model 2 Porcelain available in any colour besides black?

At the 2025 launch, only the black iron-oxide glaze is offered. anOrdain has not confirmed additional colourways for the porcelain line, though their wider Model 2 catalogue covers numerous Grand Feu enamel dial colours.

What is the 'A1 – Decorated G101' upgrade option shown at checkout?

anOrdain lists a higher-grade, visually finished variant of the base La Joux-Perret G101 called the 'A1 – Decorated G101.' Check anordain.com for current pricing and availability of this option, as details were limited at launch.

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