Knot Watches AT-38vsOrient Bambino Version 6

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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.

Knot Watches AT-38 at true scale

AT-38

Orient Bambino Version 6 at true scale

Bambino Version 6

Diameter

38mm

40.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

46.5mm

Thickness

10mm

lowest

12.3mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

45h

highest

40h

MSRP

$444

$285

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9015

Orient F6724

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
40.5mm
Thickness
10mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Lug Width
18mm
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Navy
Green

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Orient F6724
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
45h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$444
$285
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Knot Watches AT-38

Knot Watches Knot AT-38 owners praise its 38mm case size, 10mm case height, and 45mm lug-to-lug as fitting perfectly on smaller wrists, with one owner finding it surprisingly light and comfortable. The multi-layered Urushi lacquer dial, featuring gold applied via scraping, is described as stunning in person and a key aesthetic appeal, while the Miyota 9015 movement is considered good. Some owners note that Knot straps are too short for larger wrists and the strap width is slightly smaller than standard, preventing the use of preferred aftermarket options. On balance, owners rate the Knot Watches Knot AT-38 highly for its comfortable dimensions and the striking dial design at its price point.

Orient Bambino Version 6

The Orient Bambino Version 6 is widely praised as a great value budget dress watch, with owners specifically highlighting its beautiful dial and overall finishing. It is noted for keeping excellent time for an automatic movement. Some owners find the watch large, and opinions are divided on the leather strap. A mismatched date window at the 3 o'clock position is criticized for detracting from the dress watch aesthetic, and one reviewer found the crystal quality low due to excessive reflection. The Orient Bambino Version 6 is valued for its vintage-style design and modern functionality. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Version 6 highly for its dial and finishing at its price point.