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Astor + Banks ChronovsOrient Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary
OrientBambino Version 2 75th Anniversary
MSRP $325

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary40.5mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary40h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary30m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary$325

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
F6724
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$325

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

Orient Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary

Owners widely appreciate the Orient Bambino V2 as an exceptional value, with its dial finishing rivaling more expensive timepieces and a slim 11.8mm case contributing to comfortable wear. Some in the community find the 75th anniversary Bambino's sun and moon complication and visible screws busy, and the blue hands appear inauthentic. The included leather strap is frequently criticized for its plastic-like feel and lack of taper, with owners often recommending an aftermarket replacement. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino highly for its impressive dial quality and wearability at an accessible price point.

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