anOrdain Model 1 Precious MetalvsOrient Bambino Version 7

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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.

anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal at true scale

Model 1 Precious Metal

Orient Bambino Version 7 at true scale

Bambino Version 7

Diameter

38mm

38.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

44mm

lowest

Thickness

11mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

40h

MSRP

$1,905

$330

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Orient F6724

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.4mm
Thickness
11mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44mm
Lug Width
18mm
20mm
Material
Gold
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 1 Precious Metal
White

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Orient F6724
Type
Manual
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
n/a
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,905
$330
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal

Owners widely praise the build quality and dressy aesthetic of the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal. Some owners desire more case definition, suggesting chamfers to complement the dials, while others prefer anOrdain's signature lacquer dials over the galvanized gold and rhodium options for a precious metal variant. One owner experienced a magnetized movement that caused fast running, but anOrdain replaced the watch and allowed an upgrade to a decorated movement. The 18mm lug width is noted as a drawback by one owner. On balance, owners appreciate the anOrdain Model 1 Precious Metal for its solid construction and dress watch appeal, despite some aesthetic preferences and a reported movement issue that was resolved.

Orient Bambino Version 7

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 7 for its stunning dial design and value, with reviewers noting it looks and feels more expensive than its price tag. The case finishing is considered high-end for its price point. Some owners find the stock strap to be of poor quality. The watch features a domed crystal, and some report it wears larger than its dimensions suggest. Accuracy ranges from +25/-15 seconds per day to accurate timekeeping. The mineral crystal is noted as prone to scratches, and one owner reports a noisy movement and a less secure crown stem. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Version 7 highly for its dial design and exceptional value at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38.4mm case size is ideal for most wrists. Reviewers noted the domed crystal as a standout design element.

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