Limes DayDate S . LSvsOrient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm)
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Measurements
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DayDate S . LS
Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm)
Diameter
40.5mm
40.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
46.5mm
Thickness
11mm
lowest
12.3mm
Water Resistance
50m
highest
30m
MSRP
n/a
$295
Movement
ETA 2834-2
Orient F6724
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Limes DayDate S . LS for its precise dials featuring a day-date display, guilloché patterns, blued Breguet hands, and Roman numerals, all presented in a refined 40.5mm case with stepped lugs and coin-edge sides. The watch is also recognized for its originality and value, with one owner noting a manufacturing delay. Overall, owners rate the Limes DayDate S . LS highly for its detailed dial work and refined case design at an affordable price.
Owners widely report the Orient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm) offers excellent value, with some preferring its Roman numerals and blue hands. However, the 40.5mm case size and 20mm or 21mm lug width are frequently cited as potentially too large for smaller wrists, particularly for a dress watch, and some owners wish the date wheel color matched the dial. One owner appreciates the strap and deployant clasp, noting it becomes comfortable after breaking in. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Version 7 (40.5mm) highly for its value and sharp looks, though its size is a common point of consideration.
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