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Orient Bambino Solar QuartzvsGrand Seiko SBGX359

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Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265
SBGX359
Grand SeikoSBGX359

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
SBGX35933mm
Power Reserve
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
SBGX35940h
Water Resistance
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
SBGX359100m
MSRP
Bambino Solar Quartz$265
SBGX359

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38.4mm
33mm
Thickness
11mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.5mm
39.7mm
Lug Width
20mm
15mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
White
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
VS213
9F51
Type
Solar
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$265

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGX359

The Grand Seiko SBGX359 is lauded for its technically advanced 9F51 quartz movement, enabling a compact 33mm x 9.1mm stainless steel case and offering ±10 seconds per year accuracy. Reviewers highlight the refined finishing of its Snowflake dial and 100 meters of water resistance. However, it comes with a US$3,200 price tag, representing a $500 increase over prior 9F models. Overall, reviewers praise the Grand Seiko SBGX359 for its compact dimensions and precise quartz movement at the specified price point.

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