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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
SBGX35340h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
SBGX35330m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38.4mm
34mm
Thickness
11mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VS213
9F61
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$4,100

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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 SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

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