Maurice de Mauriac Automatic ClassicvsOrient 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.

Maurice de Mauriac Automatic Classic at true scale

Automatic Classic

Orient Bambino No Date at true scale

Bambino No Date

Diameter

39mm

38.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

47.2mm

44mm

lowest

Thickness

12mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

30m

MSRP

$2,850

$295

lowest

Movement

ETA 2824-2

Orient F6 Series

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
38.4mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.2mm
44mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
30m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
ETA 2824-2
Orient F6 Series

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,850
$295
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Reviews

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

Maurice de Mauriac Automatic Classic

Owners find the Maurice de Mauriac Automatic Classic with its red sapphire crystal "super cool" and military-styled, though one owner noted potential issues with service and availability. The red-tinted sapphire crystal adds a "wow factor" but slightly hampers legibility and lume charging, while the world-timer bezel's practical use is questionable, though the watch is praised for its satisfying, fashionable, and unique military-themed design. Overall, owners rate the Maurice de Mauriac Automatic Classic highly for its unique military-themed design and striking red sapphire crystal.

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.