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Dryden PathfindervsOrient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

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Pathfinder
DrydenPathfinder
MSRP $650
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds
OrientBambino Version 2 Small Seconds
MSRP $310

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Pathfinder41mm
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds38.4mm
Power Reserve
Pathfinder40h
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds40h
Water Resistance
Pathfinder201m
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds30m
MSRP
Pathfinder$650
Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds$310

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
41mm
38.4mm
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
44mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
201m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Steel
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
F6222
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date, Small seconds

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$310

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What people say

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Dryden Pathfinder

The Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm is widely praised for its excellent case finishing and comfortable wearability, with a sleek 11.75mm height. Owners note generous BGW9 lume and excellent end link fitment on the bracelet, though the crown is described as small and slippery, and the clasp disappointing. The dial's design is considered generic by some, and one owner desires a more unique aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Dryden Steel 12 Hour 41mm highly for its case finishing and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds as a top budget dress watch, highlighting its vintage aesthetic and upgraded in-house F6222 automatic movement which offers hacking and hand-winding. Reviewers note the case finishing, including brushed sides and a signed crown, contributes to a premium feel for its price point. Some owners find the 40mm case with its 45-46mm lug-to-lug measurement potentially too large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds highly for its vintage design and upgraded movement at an accessible price.

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