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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsSeiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

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Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)
SeikoEssentials Quartz (Ladies)
MSRP $240
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.

Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies)

Owners widely praise the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) for its attractive, Grand Seiko-inspired case design and comfortable, lightweight wearability. Some owners highlight its value, noting an attractive grey market price around $170. Concerns have been raised regarding timekeeping accuracy, and one owner suggested the stock Hardlex crystal could be improved with sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Quartz (Ladies) highly for its attractive design and comfortable wearability at an affordable price.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)29.8mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)40h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)100m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
Essentials Quartz (Ladies)$240

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.4mm
29.8mm
Thickness
11mm
8.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
37mm
Lug Width
20mm
14mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VS213
6N22
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265
$240
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