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Orient Bambino 2nd Generation Automatic Watch - Now US $153.73 (~AU $192), Was US $300 @ Amazon

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The new Bambino Version 2 sports the most antique-inspired look from the Bambino collection. Whereas the first and third versions drew inspiration from classic-contemporary and modern styling (respectively), the Version 2 pays homage to timepieces from the past. It features modest Roman Numeral markers, thin hands, and a train track chapter ring. And since it is paired with an onion crown and a domed crystal it's easy to forget that it is built in a modern size of 40.5mm. The addition of a movement that can be hand-wound really drives the classic feeling of the watch.

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  • giovannip on 19/01/2018 - 16:03
    +11

    Nice watch. I own one of these. Cheaper from creation watches on ebay with their 5%off plus PICK5 code. $173.28aud delivered with DHL postage. You will have it in 2-3 days.

    It says 5 available but they always update stock.

    • blairz1 on 19/01/2018 - 16:21
      +5

      Also if you sign up to longislandwatch they often have sales on these for 115USD with flat $5 shipping to AU. These second gen Bambinos (water resistant on the face and not water resist) are excellent automatics with hand-winding and hacking. Great domed mineral crystal face.

      Only negative is the 21mm strap not 20 or 22 which is a pain.

      • TozBargain on 20/01/2018 - 15:03
        +1

        I use 22 mm straps on mine, they fit perfectly and you have much, much more variety.

        • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 15:12
          +1

          Good to know. Is it super hard to squeeze it in at the lugs?

        • blairz1 on 20/01/2018 - 15:28
          +1

          @sky blu: Its reasonably easy to squeeze a 22mm Nato into. I have also used 20mm but the issue with this is occasionally the strap can slip and pop of the spring bar dropping the watch.

        • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 15:36

          @blairz1: Nato is nylon so it gives a bit. Do you reckon it'd be the same for leather bands? Like this one from cheapestnatostraps. They come with sewn-in quick-release spring bars. They have 21mm but I'm just asking in general if it is easy to squeeze a 22mm leather band into 21mm lugs.

        • TozBargain on 20/01/2018 - 19:25
          +2

          @sky blu: I use 22mm leather bands, it's not difficult to squeeze on at all.

    • Super64 on 19/01/2018 - 16:30
      +1

      I have this same watch. Nice and reliable. Looks expensive as mentioned to me by a lot of people.

  • alebox on 19/01/2018 - 16:15
    +3

    this is a nice watch. far better build than all these fashion watches these days

  • kennethk on 19/01/2018 - 16:17
    +2

    Cheaper from Skywatches US$140 (~A$175) delivered

    https://www.skywatches.com.sg/reviews/orient-automatic-watch…

    Please note that their free shipping option does not include the original box but they do have other delivery options which can include the original box (ranging from $7.68 to $18 for FEDEX)

  • [Deactivated] on 19/01/2018 - 16:19

    This actually looks quite nice.

  • Powershopz on 19/01/2018 - 16:24
    +1

    Solid price for an excellent watch. I have one with white face and rose gold hand/details. Great dress watch to add to your collection.

    • jb6 on 19/01/2018 - 17:09

      You mean this one, also on amazon, which is $20USD cheaper?

      • Powershopz on 19/01/2018 - 23:49

        Yep. Bought mine from longislandwatches.com a while ago.

  • Aniseed Steed on 19/01/2018 - 16:27

    I love the retro styling of the Bambinos, especially the rose-gold SG50 Singapore edition.

  • JimB on 19/01/2018 - 16:33

    Nice watch.

    Where is it made in? I know the movement is Japanese. I assume China.

    Unfortunately, I have too many watches and really only wear the same (my best) watch everyday. So no need for a cheaper watch.

    You really have to spend double to get a better dress watch- i.e. Seiko Sarb

    • blairz1 on 19/01/2018 - 17:30

      Bambinos have JAPAN_MOVT on the face and the Orient Stars say Made in Japan.

      Orient have manufacturing facilities in Singapore, Brazil, and Japan http://forums.watchuseek.com/f410/where-orient-watches-made-…

      These are almost as good quality as a SARB033 and maybe as good as my SARB065 but honestly keeps better time than both. Its almost as good as a SARW015. Its wind-up isn't as smooth but its impressive for the money.

    • TozBargain on 20/01/2018 - 19:22

      My bambino keeps much better time than my sarb065, which cost me 3 times as much.

  • Johnny L on 19/01/2018 - 16:34

    Agree with most that has posted here. Owned a 3rd gen but 2nd gen has its own charm. Just note that you need to wear it or it'll stop running in a few days

  • Dream-cast on 19/01/2018 - 17:09

    Cant go past the Orient Bambino range. I have this watch and it gets a lot of compliments. This model is one of the most popular from the Bambino range.

    Orient in general are great value. Movements are their own in house made if this is important to you.

    Cheaper elsewhere but you're rolling the dice with online stores like Creation Watches.

    • Circly on 19/01/2018 - 17:38

      In that they might be fake?

      • veinlk on 19/01/2018 - 18:31

        Creation Watches sells legit watches, I've bought 3 watches from them.

        But yes, it is like rolling the dice - it's all fine and dandy when your watches are working but if anything goes awry…you probably don't want to deal with their customer service. Luckily all of my purchases had no issues so I can't speak from personal experience but if you do some googling, you will find horror stories.

        With that said, their prices are pretty damn unbeatable and shipping is fast, it's a great place to buy <$500 watches imo.

      • Dream-cast on 19/01/2018 - 18:32
        +1

        Their prices are great and when you dont have an issue it's all good but if you do be prepared to pay for return shipping costs, slow turn around, no refunds etc etc. Lots of reports about this.

    • PJC on 19/01/2018 - 19:36
      +1

      Good point, I didn't know that is current.

  • Changskies on 19/01/2018 - 19:06
    +1

    can vouch for this watch. if you wanna try automatics - great piece to start. somewhat doesnt recommend as 'king' of everyday wears - id recommend seikos or tissot as errday office wear.

  • fryandlaurie on 19/01/2018 - 19:50
    +5

    I have always respected Orient and their offerings. Really good watches for any occasion. I'd recommend the Mako as well for a diving watch. In house movement is brilliant as well.

    I'm sadly unable to purchase any of their entry level watches due to my small wrists (38mm dia is my max). I'd snap the bambinos up in a second if they made a 38mm model.

    • fatwallet on 19/01/2018 - 21:50

      Different color…

      • Circly on 19/01/2018 - 22:02

        still looks good!

  • WatchNerd on 19/01/2018 - 22:42
    +3

    There is 2 in stock cheaper here, with code PICK5 for 5% off -

    Orient 2nd Gen Bambino FAC00009N0 US$136.01 - $6.89 = $129.21 shipped (~AU$161.50)

    • Circly on 20/01/2018 - 15:56

      94% approval rating though..

      • WatchNerd on 20/01/2018 - 16:05
        +3

        This is Ozbargain, so I always try to find the cheapest seller.

        Professionals use paypal & most the negs were because they didn't receive the box which is clearly stated for the Orient.

        Amazon have a great rep for customer service, so if you think that's worth the extra $30.00 then go for it.

        • Circly on 20/01/2018 - 17:26

          Thats not so bad then! I'm really tempted this is the first time I have heard of this brand?

          Just out of curiousity where do people buy quality leather bands from?

  • sigma on 19/01/2018 - 23:36

    I got one in black color dial bought from massdrop.

    Can anyone recommend brown/tan color leather strap for bambino v2 watch?

  • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 11:46
    +4

    This is my first Automatic and a self-indulged purchase (with expert opinion from a wise member on here) so I'm gonna share my opinion.

    It is fantastic!

    The size is just right - 40.5mm across, 11.8mm thick, dome crystal, 30-metre WR, no lume (it's a dress watch so it's okay), no Sapphire unfortunately, beautiful Blue hands (what attracted me the most). It's a joy glancing at your watch and behold the blue colour pops against the white face in sunlight (I bought the white not cream dial).

    So for people who are new to Orient Bambino, it has 4 designs ("versions") and each version comes in a few colour variants. This particular one is version 2 (v2). Make sure you purchase the updated generation (gen 2). The newer generation has an updated movement (still in-house) and this is a copy n paste from Orient USA website:

    At first glance, the 2nd generation Bambino looks identical to the first. So what’s new? First, the dial has a minor alteration, which now reads “Water Resistant” instead of “Water Resist”. Second, and most importantly, the Bambino has been upgraded with the F6724 movement, a sibling of the F6922 which debuted with our summer diver watches. The F6724 movement is automatic, hand-winding, and hacking. Additionally, it is a date-only caliber, aligning perfectly with the design, and succeeding the workhorse 48743 movement.

    As other members have mentioned the visual distinction would be the "Water Resistant" on the dial.

    Here is a photo of the watch (not my photo 😖, I have zero photography skillz). You can see how beautiful the blue hands are.

    For those looking for something else to compare, you can also consider the Orient Envoy Open Heart. Beautiful design and blue hands, but unfortunately (for me) the dial is 43mm. I can wear it, but I'd always prefer smaller-face watches.

    • [Deactivated] on 20/01/2018 - 12:34
      +3

      Hey bro

    • Circly on 20/01/2018 - 15:57
      +2

      Orient open heart looks great

  • Reticent on 20/01/2018 - 15:38

    I'd definitely recommend Orient. I have had a Goldeneye (think it's discontinued) for a few years and the quality is amazing for the price.

  • trueaye on 20/01/2018 - 18:05
    +1

    This watch was a bargain when it was ≤ $110. It became too popular and the price soared up. I wouldn't recommend it at $192.

  • ycon on 20/01/2018 - 19:25
    +1

    I'm after a new watch, happy to spend upto $400 if its' a bargain. With the USD at the moment- are there any other deals to be had? I've got a friend in the US to ship it to

    • PJC on 20/01/2018 - 19:39

      So not necessarily Orient? Preferences? Male/Female/Unisex? Dress/Casual/Sport? Minimalist/Mainstream/Chronograph? Quartz/Automatic? Dial colour and case width? metal/leather/silicon/NATO?

      • ycon on 20/01/2018 - 21:34
        +1

        Not necessarily Orient. Male, and Dress/Casual.Not fussed on Miminmalism or not.. Preferably leather, not too bulky (nor slim ha).

        The style of this watch is what I'm after :)

        • PJC on 20/01/2018 - 21:57
          +1

          I'm still tempted to get this myself. Code HELLO18 brings the price to US$279.00 + US$29.95 = US$308.95 = ~AU$386.68

          You will hear drops of refined masculinity splash on the floor as you glide past lesser mortals.

        • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 23:14
          +1

          @PJC: I still drool over the temptation…

        • PJC on 20/01/2018 - 23:18
          +1

          @sky blu: Difficult, isn't it? I really admire the full day display at 10.

        • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 23:19
          +1

          @PJC: Yes, difficult to justify a self-indulgent purchase. Too soon?

        • PJC on 20/01/2018 - 23:25
          +1

          @sky blu: Huh? Sorry, I was watching this.

        • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 23:28
          +1

          @PJC: 40mm across, 10mm thick

          Noooooooo. Too soon!!!

        • PJC on 20/01/2018 - 23:45
          +1

          @sky blu: That dual winder may prove useful.

        • sky blu on 21/01/2018 - 11:06
          +1

          @PJC: Your memory is impressive!

        • PJC on 21/01/2018 - 11:23

          Tissot Gentleman Automatic Black Dial T098.407.26.052.00
          US$249.99 - US$10 code AD10 = US$239.99 + $22.00 Priority Mail International = US$US$261.99 = ~AU$327.91

    • sky blu on 20/01/2018 - 20:33
      +1

      You're in luck. A specialist has attended to your case.

  • ripprind on 21/01/2018 - 22:24
    +1

    Looks like a beautiful watch but why so expensive?

    • PJC on 21/01/2018 - 22:33
      +2

      The brand's reputation is excellent and automatic watches are normally double the cost of a good quartz watch.

    • sky blu on 22/01/2018 - 00:44
      +2

      Movement is in-house.

  • jacknthebeanstalk on 25/01/2018 - 13:28
    +4

    Don't get a fashion watch like Daniel Wellington, Armani, etc. Get one of these.

  • Kremleen on 29/01/2018 - 16:20

    Is the free shipping from Amazon still available?

    • Kremleen on 29/01/2018 - 17:08

      Looks lovely though the price is not quite right. I'll wait for a better deal

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