anOrdain Model 1vsOrient 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 at true scale

Model 1

Orient Bambino Version 7 at true scale

Bambino Version 7

Diameter

38mm

38.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

44mm

lowest

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

42h

highest

40h

MSRP

$3,804

$330

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Orient F6724

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.4mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m
Caseback
n/a
Display

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 1 Blue Fumé
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
$3,804
$330
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 1

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 1 for its exquisite vitreous enamel dial, noting its depth, unique light play, and custom typography. The watch is also commended for its elegant design, comfortable wearability, and scratch-resistant hardened case. Some owners appreciate the 38mm size and its excellent fit on average wrists. However, significant wait times, potentially exceeding two years, are a notable drawback. A few reviewers mention minor quirks of its handmade nature, such as dial taper or dial feet visibility in certain lighting, and one owner found the strap buckle uncomfortable. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 1 highly for its stunning, handmade enamel dial and excellent value for its artisanal craftsmanship.

From video reviewers

Thoughtful finishing and beautiful color options are notable strengths of the anOrdain Model 1. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is relatively long, which may not suit everyone's wrist size, and the relatively low 5ATM water-resistance may limit its suitability for swimming or diving. Reviewers disagree on the movement used in the watch, with some mentioning the Sellita SW210 or La Joux Perret G101, while others mention the Sellita SW200.

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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