Makina URIEL_IvsOrient 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.

Makina URIEL_I at true scale

URIEL_I

Orient Bambino No Date at true scale

Bambino No Date

Diameter

40mm

38.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

13mm

12.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

n/a

30m

MSRP

$599

$295

lowest

Movement

Automatic

Orient F6 Series

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
38.4mm
Thickness
13mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
n/a
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
n/a
Orient F6 Series

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$599
$295
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Reviews

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Makina URIEL_I

The MAKINA URIEL_I is noted for its 40mm automatic movement and a $750 price point. One owner finds the blue-plated hands on the sector dial model somewhat harsh. The reviewer of a related model praised its mixed finishes and lively dial with triple-calendar complication, though noted the month pusher lacked defined clicks. On balance, owners and reviewers offer mixed feedback on specific design elements of the MAKINA URIEL_I.

Orient Bambino No Date

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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