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Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic IndexvsVaer Tactical Field

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What people say

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Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index for looking and feeling more expensive than its price tag, with reviewers noting its tasteful redesign and clean dial. Some owners find the Roman numerals and baton markers visually jarring, while others consider the 40.5mm case too large for their wrists and the stock bracelet unappealing. One owner notes some noise when the watch is shaken, and a reviewer flags the mineral glass crystal and basic movement decoration as trade-offs. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index highly for its dress watch aesthetic and value, despite some reservations about its dial design and size.

Vaer Tactical Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Tactical Field's exceptionally bright and long-lasting C3 SuperLuminova, supple straps that break in well, and thin case that avoids snagging. The watch is described as a reliable beater for outdoor activities and a welcome change from smartwatches, with some commenters calling it a "thing of beauty" and "good looking." However, some owners report issues with the second hand occasionally missing indicators due to hand assembly, and one owner experienced a misaligned watch face. A power reserve indicator is also missed by some. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Tactical Field highly for its excellent lume and wearability at the price point.

From video reviewers

The 36mm case size is a great fit for smaller wrists. The watch's 200m water resistance is a standard for this type. The quartz movement is a compromise for the watch's overall design and feel.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index40.5mm
Tactical Field36mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index
Tactical Field
Water Resistance
Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index30m
Tactical Field100m
MSRP
Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index$295
Tactical Field$199

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.3mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
36mm

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Orient F6724
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$199
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