Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic IndexvsVario Futurist

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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.

Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index at true scale

Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index

Vario Futurist at true scale

Futurist

Diameter

40.5mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46.5mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.3mm

10mm

lowest

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

$295

lowest

$648

Movement

Orient F6724

Miyota 9039

Case

6 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.3mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
48mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
n/a
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Orient F6724
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$648
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Reviews

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

Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index

Owners widely appreciate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index as an affordable dress watch that punches above its weight in perceived value. Some owners find the Arabic numerals visually jarring, likening the baton markers to '1's, and one owner noted the 40.5mm case size felt too large for their wrist. The movement, an Orient F6724 automatic, is basic and decorated minimally, with accuracy rated by one source at +25/-15 seconds per day and a 40-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Bambino Version 2 Arabic Index highly for its dress watch aesthetic and value proposition, despite some minor visual and sizing critiques.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is praised for its retro-futuristic design, inspired by the 1970s, featuring a unique faceted sapphire crystal and an angular tonneau case that catches the light significantly. Owners note its 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected. One reviewer flags the recessed crown as difficult to operate. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario Futurist highly for its bold, visually intriguing design at an affordable price.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.