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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGV239

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Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
SBGV239
Grand SeikoSBGV239
MSRP $3,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
SBGV23940mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
SBGV23940h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
SBGV239100m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
SBGV239$3,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.4mm
40mm
Thickness
11mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
46.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VS213
9F82
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$3,100

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What people say

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Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

Grand Seiko SBGV239

The Grand Seiko SBGV239 is widely praised for its superb timekeeping from the 9F Quartz movement and its excellent finishing, which exceeds expectations. Owners highlight the dial's ability to pop even in poor lighting and its deep blue color that can appear black. The watch's 40mm diameter is also frequently cited as a positive attribute for wearability. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGV239 highly for its exceptional finishing and the precise timekeeping of its 9F Quartz movement.

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