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Orient Bambino No DatevsPraesidus Rec Spec

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Rec Spec
PraesidusRec Spec
MSRP $235
What people say

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Orient Bambino No Date

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino No Date for its clean dial symmetry and good legibility, with some calling it a "priceless" entry-level dress watch. Criticism exists regarding the prominent "Water Resistant" text on the dial, which some find detracts from its aesthetic, and the strap quality. Some owners also feel the 30m water resistance is a drawback, and a few suggest the 38.4mm case is too large for a dress watch. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino No Date highly for its dial symmetry and value, despite some reservations about the dial text and water resistance.

Praesidus Rec Spec

The Praesidus Rec Spec features a textured dial and applied luminous numerals, with a mix of case finishes. One owner notes the recessed 4 o'clock crown can be difficult to operate. On balance, owners rate the Praesidus Rec Spec positively for its charming homage design and textured dial.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino No Date38.4mm
Rec Spec38mm
Power Reserve
Bambino No Date
Rec Spec
Water Resistance
Bambino No Date30m
Rec Spec100m
MSRP
Bambino No Date$295
Rec Spec$235

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
38.4mm
38mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
Nylon NATO 38mm

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
F6524
NH36

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$235
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