Orient Bambino No DatevsPraesidus Service Watch

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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 No Date at true scale

Bambino No Date

Praesidus Service Watch at true scale

Service Watch

Diameter

38.4mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

n/a

Thickness

12.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

MSRP

$295

$259

lowest

Movement

Orient F6 Series

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
38.4mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Orient F6 Series
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$295
$259
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Reviews

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

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.

Praesidus Service Watch

Owners widely report issues with Praesidus customer service, citing slow response times and unresolved problems. One owner noted the domed glass offers vintage distortion and the unbranded dial appeals to history buffs, but experienced jumpy hand sensitivity when setting the time. Another owner reported a scratchy crown and rotor issues that persisted after warranty service, followed by a locked crown. On balance, owners express significant dissatisfaction with customer service and product reliability, overshadowing any positive design elements.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a strength for those preferring smaller watches. The dial may show slight discoloration or unevenness in finish.