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Orient Bambino Version 2 75th AnniversaryvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary
OrientBambino Version 2 75th Anniversary
MSRP $325
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299
What people say

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Orient Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary

Owners widely appreciate the Orient Bambino V2 as an exceptional value, with its dial finishing rivaling more expensive timepieces and a slim 11.8mm case contributing to comfortable wear. Some in the community find the 75th anniversary Bambino's sun and moon complication and visible screws busy, and the blue hands appear inauthentic. The included leather strap is frequently criticized for its plastic-like feel and lack of taper, with owners often recommending an aftermarket replacement. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino highly for its impressive dial quality and wearability at an accessible price point.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary40.5mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary30m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Bambino Version 2 75th Anniversary$325
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Dress
Field
Diameter
40.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
43mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
White
Navy

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
F6724
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$325
$299
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