Alexander James Watches A3 OmenvsOrient Bambino No Date
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

A3 Omen

Bambino No Date
Diameter
38mm
38.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
lowest
Thickness
10.4mm
lowest
12.5mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
30m
MSRP
$650
$295
lowest
Movement
Miyota 9039
Orient F6 Series
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Alexander James A3 Omen for its exceptional value, with one owner calling the $75 price a steal, particularly with a gold milanese bracelet. The dial's visual appeal is a frequent highlight, with one owner adoring its changing personalities under different lighting and another finding the green mother-of-pearl dial their favorite, despite deeming it tacky. Accuracy varies, with one owner noting the Miyota 9039 movement is regulated to within +/- 10 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the Alexander James A3 Omen highly for its striking dial and impressive value at its price point.
The Orient Bambino No Date is widely praised for its value, appearing and feeling more expensive than its price point, with owners appreciating its elegant design, soft dial colors, and classic features like domed crystals and curved dials. The 38.4mm case size is considered ideal for a dress watch by many, and the no-date dial is frequently lauded for improving symmetry and cleaning up the dial's appearance. However, some owners find the "Water Resistant" text on the dial undesirable, and a portion of the community regrets the use of mineral glass instead of sapphire crystal. Accuracy is reported as standard, with one source noting +25/-15 sec/day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino No Date highly for its exceptional value and elegant dress watch aesthetics.
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