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Orient Bambino Small SecondsvsBoldr The Vogelkop

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Bambino Small Seconds
OrientBambino Small Seconds
MSRP $290
The Vogelkop
BoldrThe Vogelkop
MSRP $449

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Small Seconds40.5mm
The Vogelkop40mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Small Seconds40h
The Vogelkop40h
Water Resistance
Bambino Small Seconds30m
The Vogelkop200m
MSRP
Bambino Small Seconds$290
The Vogelkop$449

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Tool
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
12.3mm
Lug Width
21mm
20mm
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Vogelkop Superb
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
F6222
Seiko NH38A
Beat Rate
21,600 vph
28,800 vph
Jewels
22
25
Complications
Date, Small seconds
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$290
$449

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Orient Bambino Small Seconds

The Orient Bambino is widely praised for its exceptional value and vintage-inspired dress watch design, with reviewers highlighting its dial quality as comparable to much more expensive timepieces. Owners appreciate the watch as a great beginner automatic, with many continuing to wear it even after acquiring pricier watches, and the case finishing is noted as a significant upgrade for the line. Some owners find the finishing not as robust as other models, and the stock straps are frequently replaced. The 38mm variant uses mineral glass and an in-house F6724 calibre with a 40-hour power reserve, rated for +25/-15 seconds per day accuracy, while the Small Seconds variant features an F6222 caliber with hand-winding and hacking seconds. The 36mm version is praised for its size and vintage feel, though its marketing and narrow lug width are noted as drawbacks.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point is a key strength, with reviewers noting the in-house automatic movement and classic dress watch aesthetic. Reviewers noted a significant annoyance, though its specific nature was not detailed.

Boldr The Vogelkop

The Musou Black dial is the standout feature, creating a unique and stealthy aesthetic. The watch offers 200m water resistance and a comfortable 40mm case size. Reviewers did not explicitly agree on any weaknesses.

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