Orient Bambino Open HeartvsVario 1918 Medic Brass

Owners widely report the Orient Bambino Open Heart offers good value, with some appreciating its dressy style and sunburst dial. One owner notes the movement can be noisy and the stock strap feels less premium. The 40.5mm case size is generally considered wearable, though lug width can complicate strap changes. Overall, owners find the Orient Bambino Open Heart to be a good value proposition for its price point, particularly for its aesthetic appeal.

Owners widely praise the Vario 1918 Medic Brass for its beautiful, precisely made dial and case, with a cream enamel dial and orange numbers that are easy to read, and the brass case develops a pleasing patina over time. Some owners consider it a great value and a steal under $400, noting its refined design and superior aesthetic compared to competitors. One owner reports the Miyota 82s5 movement ran slow by about 10 seconds per day, while another prefers a Seiko NH35 over the Miyota movement, and another owner found the 37mm size too small. The lume is criticized as poor, and while the pulsemeter is a cool addition, it is rarely used, and the watch is not as easy to pair with outfits as other watches. On balance, owners rate the Vario 1918 Medic Brass highly for its attractive brass case patina and dial finishing at the price.