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Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 01:56 AM

Just picked up this Orient Bambino V4. WOW.

I've been looking for dress-ish type watch for a while. Came close to spending, or trading towards a variety watches ranging from $5k-10k.

I simply couldn't find anything that checked every box for me. I always had this one in the back of mind as a watch I'd want to try one day. Finally I decided to spend the $128. I'm super impressed.

Not only does it have everything I was looking for, but the price is incredible. The size is fantastic, the dial is stunning, the case shape and width is perfect. Also an automatic movement, 41mm case and hacking second hand.

Lastly, this style watch is pretty new to me. I'm mostly a sports watch kind of guy. One of the best parts about buying a low cost watch, is that I can try this out for a while and see if this style actually suits me, before I potentially upgrade to a higher end piece.

Really incredible. I'd highly recommend it.

henrylee · 15 March 2018, 02:16 AM

Orient is know for great watches

Chewbacca · 15 March 2018, 02:18 AM

chadri, you now know orient are wonderful watches.

looks superb, wear it well.

CamSLC · 15 March 2018, 02:21 AM

That's great looking, I would not guess it was that affordable either.

superdog · 15 March 2018, 02:26 AM

Love this thing.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by henrylee

Orient is know for great watches

I'd heard that for a while. I'm a believer now.

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

chadri, you now know orient are wonderful watches.

looks superb, wear it well.

Thank you my friend.

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Originally Posted by CamSLC

That's great looking, I would not guess it was that affordable either.

Right? If I didn't know, you could tell me this was a $5k watch and It'd be hard to tell. Of course I can't see the movement, but I'm not expert on that anyway. There are plenty of cheap watches with "pretty" movements, and plenty of expensive watches with not so "pretty" movements lol.

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Originally Posted by superdog

Love this thing.

Thanks bro! I'll bring it to the gtg.

FTX I · 15 March 2018, 02:31 AM

Nice watch. Congrats!

Gharddog03 · 15 March 2018, 03:28 AM

Very nice. Congrats!!!

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

Nice watch. Congrats!

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Originally Posted by Gharddog03

Very nice. Congrats!!!

Thank you friends!

77T · 15 March 2018, 05:46 AM

They also have a promo code: YOUTUBE30
Will drop 30% off your online order

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

They also have a promo code: YOUTUBE30
Will drop 30% off your online order

next time for me

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

They also have a promo code: YOUTUBE30
Will drop 30% off your online order

well I just checked their website and this watch is listed for $310, so I'm still doing ok at $128 from amazon.

77T · 15 March 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

well I just checked their website and this watch is listed for $310, so I'm still doing ok at $128 from amazon.

Yes - I wasn’t implying you were getting a bad deal. Just was sharing the code for anyone wanting it if another model directly from their website.

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scarlet knight · 15 March 2018, 06:46 AM

I am a big Orient Bambino fan! See my post for an Orient Bambino Tribute.

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Terrakot · 15 March 2018, 06:59 AM

Both colors look great

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

Yes - I wasn’t implying you were getting a bad deal. Just was sharing the code for anyone wanting it if another model directly from their website.

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gotcha!

I didn't take it that way. I knew you were being helpful. I was just kicking myself for not checking for promotions. Obviously i was received to see I got a better deal anyway

lucevan le stelle · 15 March 2018, 09:49 AM

Fond memories. Orient was my starting point in mechanical watches. My "beater" remains an Orient Mako II USA, white dial. For under 300 US, really solid bracelet, hand wind, day/date feature, sapphire crystal, and sufficient accuracy for the price point. Highly recommend.

benlee · 15 March 2018, 09:55 AM

Congrats! Although it kind of look like the Seiko Pressage.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I am a big Orient Bambino fan! See my post for an Orient Bambino Tribute.

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thats real nice looking! Which version is that?

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by benlee

Congrats! Although it kind of look like the Seiko Pressage.

Thanks. I don't think that's a bad thing. I like the presage line a lot. They are much more expensive though I think, especially the limited edition one, which is the nicest IMO. I've seen it for more than $500 used.

It's one of those weird situations where it's a perfect comparison, but it's also not really fair to compare. Despite them both being "affordable" watches, one is 3-4x more.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by lucevan le stelle

Fond memories. Orient was my starting point in mechanical watches. My "beater" remains an Orient Mako II USA, white dial. For under 300 US, really solid bracelet, hand wind, day/date feature, sapphire crystal, and sufficient accuracy for the price point. Highly recommend.

nice! Let's see some pics

denmanproject · 15 March 2018, 10:06 AM

I haven't handled any Orients but have heard good things, this one looks great

scarlet knight · 15 March 2018, 10:07 AM

My version says water resistant. Earlier versions say water resist.

scarlet knight · 15 March 2018, 10:10 AM

Correction:My Bambino is called version 1, generation 2. The watches are more attractive than their naming protocol.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

My version says water resistant. Earlier versions say water resist.

do you mean earlier versions don't say water resistant?

GregorTT · 15 March 2018, 10:59 AM

That is a stunning watch - and it looks spectacular on leather!

scarlet knight · 15 March 2018, 10:34 PM

Early version say water resist. Later versions say water resistant. Not sure why they put this on the watch at all. It’s clearly not intended for diving.

Chadridv · 15 March 2018, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

Early version say water resist. Later versions say water resistant. Not sure why they put this on the watch at all. It’s clearly not intended for diving.

It’s good to know you can wash your hands with it on and not have to worry about it.

vladamir15 · 17 March 2018, 01:09 PM

Nice! Like that grey sunburst dial.

Maxy · 17 March 2018, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Chadridv

Really incredible. I'd highly recommend it.

You forgot to add major point that it is completely in-house movement!

15 March 2018, 01:56 AM	#1
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Super Impressed for $128 - Orient Bambino Just picked up this Orient Bambino V4. WOW. I've been looking for dress-ish type watch for a while. Came close to spending, or trading towards a variety watches ranging from $5k-10k. I simply couldn't find anything that checked every box for me. I always had this one in the back of mind as a watch I'd want to try one day. Finally I decided to spend the $128. I'm super impressed. Not only does it have everything I was looking for, but the price is incredible. The size is fantastic, the dial is stunning, the case shape and width is perfect. Also an automatic movement, 41mm case and hacking second hand. Lastly, this style watch is pretty new to me. I'm mostly a sports watch kind of guy. One of the best parts about buying a low cost watch, is that I can try this out for a while and see if this style actually suits me, before I potentially upgrade to a higher end piece. Really incredible. I'd highly recommend it. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

15 March 2018, 02:16 AM	#2
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15 March 2018, 05:46 AM	#10
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15 March 2018, 06:59 AM	#15
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15 March 2018, 02:18 AM	#3
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	chadri, you now know orient are wonderful watches. looks superb, wear it well.

15 March 2018, 02:21 AM	#4
CamSLC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Patek Posts: 1,436	That's great looking, I would not guess it was that affordable either.

15 March 2018, 02:31 AM	#7
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Nice watch. Congrats!

15 March 2018, 03:28 AM	#8
Gharddog03 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Genaro Location: Fresno Ca. Watch: R O L E X Posts: 4,466	Very nice. Congrats!!!

15 March 2018, 06:46 AM	#14
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	I am a big Orient Bambino fan! See my post for an Orient Bambino Tribute. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

15 March 2018, 09:49 AM	#17
lucevan le stelle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: garden state Posts: 522	Fond memories. Orient was my starting point in mechanical watches. My "beater" remains an Orient Mako II USA, white dial. For under 300 US, really solid bracelet, hand wind, day/date feature, sapphire crystal, and sufficient accuracy for the price point. Highly recommend.

15 March 2018, 09:55 AM	#18
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	Congrats! Although it kind of look like the Seiko Pressage. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

15 March 2018, 10:06 AM	#22
denmanproject "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Wayne Location: Canada Posts: 4,407	I haven't handled any Orients but have heard good things, this one looks great

15 March 2018, 10:07 AM	#23
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Version 3 My version says water resistant. Earlier versions say water resist.

15 March 2018, 10:10 AM	#24
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Correction:My Bambino is called version 1, generation 2. The watches are more attractive than their naming protocol.

15 March 2018, 10:59 AM	#26
GregorTT "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: VA Watch: 16613, 16570 et al Posts: 52	That is a stunning watch - and it looks spectacular on leather!

15 March 2018, 10:34 PM	#27
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	Early version say water resist. Later versions say water resistant. Not sure why they put this on the watch at all. It’s clearly not intended for diving.

17 March 2018, 01:09 PM	#29
vladamir15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: N/A Watch: AP, VC, Breguet Posts: 1,581	Nice! Like that grey sunburst dial. __________________ The Most Valuable Commodity is Time Audemars, Vacheron, Breguet, Jaquet Droz, JLC, Rolex, Omega, Cartier

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