anOrdain Model 2vsOrient 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.

anOrdain Model 2 at true scale

Model 2

Orient Bambino No Date at true scale

Bambino No Date

Diameter

38mm

38.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

44mm

lowest

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

12.5mm

Water Resistance

50m

highest

30m

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$2,673

$295

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW210-1

Orient F6 Series

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
38.4mm
Thickness
11.5mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Model 2
n/a

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW210-1
Orient F6 Series
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Jewels
n/a
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,673
$295
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Reviews

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

anOrdain Model 2

Owners and reviewers widely praise the anOrdain Model 2 for its exquisite, handmade Grand Feu enamel dial, often described as liquid-like and stunning, with a custom typeface and syringe hands. The manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is noted for its smooth winding action, and the 38mm case is considered modestly sized and wearably elegant, reminiscent of an old-school field watch. Some owners express a strong desire to own another after selling their first. Minor criticisms include glare from the sapphire crystal and the lack of a running seconds hand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 2 highly for its exceptional enamel dial and refined wearability at the price.

Orient Bambino No Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino No Date for its clean dial symmetry and overall value, with many considering it a perfect starter dress watch that looks and feels more expensive than its price. Reviewers and owners alike commend its dial and case finishing, noting its classic design with a domed crystal and soft dial colors contribute to its vintage appeal. Some owners find the prominent "Water Resistant" text on the dial and the quality of the stock strap to be drawbacks, while others mention the limited 30m water resistance. Accuracy from the Orient F6 Series movement is reported as +25/-15 seconds per day. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino No Date highly for its elegant design and exceptional value at its price point.

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