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Ikepod Chronopod C001vsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

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Chronopod C001
IkepodChronopod C001
MSRP $853
Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronopod C00144mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
Chronopod C00140h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Chronopod C00150m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
Chronopod C001$853
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
44mm
38.4mm
Thickness
12mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43.5mm
Water Resistance
50m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Dial Color
Black
White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK63
VS213
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$853
$265

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What people say

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Ikepod Chronopod C001

The Ikepod Chronopod C001 is praised for its exceptional case finishing and unique, design-driven aesthetic, offering significant dial depth for its price. Owners find it comfortable despite its 44mm size, with one noting it as a welcome return for the brand. However, some question its value at $340, citing the quartz movement and non-Swiss manufacturing as drawbacks, and prototypes featured large date numerals that drew criticism. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Chronopod C001 for its distinctive design and quality finishing at its price point, though value perception varies.

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.

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