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Orient Bambino Small SecondsvsKUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

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Bambino Small Seconds
OrientBambino Small Seconds
MSRP $290
SOMBRERO 90-011
KUOESOMBRERO 90-011
MSRP $980

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Small Seconds40.5mm
SOMBRERO 90-01138mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Small Seconds40h
SOMBRERO 90-01142h
Water Resistance
Bambino Small Seconds30m
SOMBRERO 90-011200m
MSRP
Bambino Small Seconds$290
SOMBRERO 90-011$980

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
12.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Dome
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
F6222
Miyota 9039
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
40h
42h
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$980

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Orient Bambino Small Seconds

The Orient Bambino is widely praised for its exceptional value and vintage-inspired dress watch design, with reviewers highlighting its dial quality as comparable to much more expensive timepieces. Owners appreciate the watch as a great beginner automatic, with many continuing to wear it even after acquiring pricier watches, and the case finishing is noted as a significant upgrade for the line. Some owners find the finishing not as robust as other models, and the stock straps are frequently replaced. The 38mm variant uses mineral glass and an in-house F6724 calibre with a 40-hour power reserve, rated for +25/-15 seconds per day accuracy, while the Small Seconds variant features an F6222 caliber with hand-winding and hacking seconds. The 36mm version is praised for its size and vintage feel, though its marketing and narrow lug width are noted as drawbacks.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point is a key strength, with reviewers noting the in-house automatic movement and classic dress watch aesthetic. Reviewers noted a significant annoyance, though its specific nature was not detailed.

KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011

Owners widely praise the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 for its stunning dials, blued hands, and quality finishing, with many highlighting its great value and vintage-inspired aesthetic. The comfortable jubilee bracelet and excellent lume are frequently mentioned positives. One owner notes the watch is "pretty thick in regards to height," and another points out minor criticism regarding the handset finish and crown edges, with indices and handset sharing a similar color that can obscure visibility. The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 utilizes a Miyota 9039 movement, with reported accuracy ranging from -10 to +30 seconds per day. Overall, owners rate the KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011 highly for its attractive design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The KUOE SOMBRERO 90-011's vintage-inspired dial and hands are a strong point, with reviewers noting their aesthetic appeal. The watch's design is also praised for its uniqueness, with one reviewer calling it "design perfection." However, the relatively short 40-hour power reserve of the MIYOTA Cal.9039 automatic movement is a notable weakness.

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