The Best Dress Watch For Under $130 EVER! - Orient Bambino Automatic Version 3 Full Review
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- Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
- A few months ago, I saw a great video by the much respected fellow vlogger and style expert Aaron "Alpha M" Marino about his choice for an affordable quartz dress watch for under $140. Well, I thought I would put forward my recommendation and it just so happens to coincide with a recent re-lease of a legendary highly respected watch from Orient. Not only is their newest version of the Bambino under $130, it boasts a completely in-house mechanical automatic movement and in my opinion the most refined styling of the series yet.
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Three days ago, I was one click away from buying a Daniel Wellington. That one click was me watching my first TUG video. Today my perspective on watches has changed drastically, and I'm planning on buying a Bambino Open Heart as my first watch ever. Thank you TGV.
DW are so bad pal stay away!
@@darrenwalshe8513 He's probably an addicted watch collector by now
I got both bambino and Daniel wellington
I have fallen in love with watches.
It's a addiction
it is, and TGV is responsible for my addiction!
medhat nour am glad not longer dominated by this addiction which it cost me thousands of dollars , I had up to 130 watches different brands from luxurious to respectable brands , ended up selling all my collection, lost tons of money ,and some I give a way. truly it's an addiction was not easy to stop buying , anyways just don't let this addiction ruin you, first you would think it just a hobby then it will turn to a none stop buying just watches .
Tarek this i probably worst case scenario, but when you have the mindset to just buy a preselected amount of watches and stop buying watches when you reached that amount. Then you just have to focus on the awesome time pieces you own, be proud of it and enjoy it wearing. I am really into watches (btw I am 16), but you always have to keep in mind that these are just watches and not something you need to keep you alive like food or a warm place to sleep when it’s cold outside. I own a 250€ Candino and a 1190€ Longines Hydroconquest Automatic 41mm (this is very much for my age) but I really enjoy those watches and I am totally fine with it. Now I am proud having those awesome time pieces and don’t have the urge to buy more. But I still wouldn’t say no when someone wants to gift me a submariner :D.
Keep on and have a nice day, sorry for some grammar or spelling mistakes - Greetings from Germany.
me tooooooooooo
Because of this video all the Orient are out of stock on this site haha
Chia Lee is the blue watch on website the same blue as in this video?
Cristyan Negru honestly I don't remember seeing that one, but most of the Orient were sold out, except for bambino 2
Chia Lee so will we see more in Stock...or its sold out forever?
This guy says every now and then long island has then in stock. But if you look around in sure you'll find it
Chia Lee OK thx
This channel got me buying watches all over the net.
I've bought my self this bambino because of your review, and it's getting more and more beautiful every day :)
So glad to hear, thank you my friend, enjoy it!
Best regards,
TGV
Up most respect to you tgv,you pay just as much attention to cheaper watches than more expensive luxury ones your a top man
Really liking these new Bambinos. Wow at that blue dial. Gorgeous.
+hariz87 Its stunning isn't it!!!
Thanks for sharing,
Best regards,
TGV
It's a nice watch
i have one so i prefer not to look at them anymore, cant buy moreeeee....
I just got the 2nd gen Bambino Ver. 3, and it is a stunning watch in person. The sunburst and the way the domed crystal reflects on the dial is truly something to behold. It looks and feels more expensive than it actually is. Got it for only $120 off of Ebay. Would highly recommend it. The only real downside is the mineral crystal, but it hasn't caused me any issues yet.
I got the Orient at your suggestion from the place you recommended. I told them you sent me
+marcus allen Thank you Marcus, very much appreciated.
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TGV
:)
+The Urban Gentry Can you modify the time with the crown?
+marcus allen what color?
I also got a Bambino, blue dial because of this video.
I've just purchased a beautiful orient bambino first generation for £93 off ebay. Its beautiful and elegant and I can't wait to wear it. I could have spent that money on a 'designer' garbage watch but no way! I've bagged myself a beautiful watch. Oh it has a WOCCI strap as well. Well chuffed. I have young children and it's a tight budget, I'm just pleased there amazing watches like this one can still purchase at a realistic price point for me. Excellent!! Thanks for the fantastic reviews Urban Gentry 👍🏻
They recently changed the movement offered in the Bambinos, they hack and allow hand winding now.
yeah i think they even fixed the whole lug thing. made it 20 or something
Bought one about a month ago. Hand windable, but the lug width is still the awkward 21 mm. No problem putting it on a 22 mm leather strap though.
PsyHusky what's the type?
I recently bought a ver 4, gray sunburst dial with rose gold hands and applied markers, my first automatic. It has both manual wind and hacking. 22 mm band. My horology buddy, who likes Rolex and Breitling, was impressed with its quality. I highly recommend it!
@PsyHusky for every Gen 2 Bambino or just the V4?
I just got my Orient Bambino 2 in the mail today. What a beautiful beautiful watch!!! I spent a whole whopping 130 dollars on it and man does it look good for such a low price! I just love it!!!
I still don't get why they don't make a 38mm version, it's like obvious. I would buy it right now if it was 38mm, non-winding is a con but not as much as 40mm. Thanks for the great video.
+panchoskywalker Totally agree. Me too!
Thanks for watching,
Best regards,
TGV
I like 40 better than 38
34-38mm is "old school" dress watch size. I can certainly see where you're coming from. I'd advise you don't pass up this watch because of its larger size. It's gorgeous!
40mm is better at all, i have small wrist and this small watches 38mm killing me, insane stupid in my opinion.
Jmachine 4 for guys with small wrist bruhh
Generation 2 owner here. I was all set to buy a black Version 1 ( to go along with my cream/blue hand Version 2), but when I saw the gray Version 3, I knew I had to have it. Ordered it from Marc yesterday! Great video!
Great review, TGV! :) This third generation Bambino is growing on me. The slate gray is my favorite version as well; looks especially good in this video versus in pictures. Good on Orient for giving us more choices! An average/below average strap is an easy compromise to make for that watch head.
+Katrina Lopez Thank you Katrina, excellent comment, spot on as always.
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TGV
I just ordered the Orient Bambino Version IV with the green face. Ordered it from Long Island Watch Company. I have a decent watch collection and had stopped buying for a while, but getting the itch again. I don't have a Orient so I thought that I would get one based on all the good reviews that I have seen. That green just reached out and grabbed me! It pops! I enjoy your videos. I guess you will hate the Version IV since it is 42mm! I'm a pretty big guy so it will be fine for me. I have watches that are much bigger, but after wearing a lot of different brands and sizes, I have decided that I don't care for the really big watches. 42mm is about as big as I'm willing to go. At least this version is hackable and can be hand wound! I'm glad of that.
Ciao Tristano, in the previous review of the bambino you wished for having the logo on the crown and Orient made this improvement. I like very much this watch. It's very tasty and elegant to me.
+Stefano Cecchini Thank you Stefano, hope you are well my friend.
Great comment as always,
Best regards,
TGV
I had to watch this video twice. Once to get info about that timepiece, and again to admire that blue beauty of a strap! Another great video my friend.
+JustinMiles17 Thank you Justin, very kind of you to say and to re-watch.
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TGV
That watch is really reminiscent of the 1950s-60s and is certainly affordable. That said, I just measured two similar looking originals, a Hamilton and a Longines, and both came out to under 36mm. The bands on the period pieces are both only a tasteful 16mm. Honestly, the originals look large enough. One can't blame a company for making what sells, so it's probably my taste that's in the minority. Not the first time...
Those are modern lady watch sizes
Thank you for the review. I have been looking for a budget mechanical watch and am still quite new to the hobby. I've probably watched over a dozen of your videos the past few days and really appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge.
actually ,the leather straps look very elegant ,IMHO ,nothing wrong with them.
Hi, I just bought the version 3 in white with the chocolate strap a month ago. And what a surprise! The movement It comes with IS hackable and hand winding!! Surprise upgrade??
By the way congratulaciones to the governor from Ibiza, Spain. Big fan.
I just found your channel about 20 minutes ago and I'm a fan already and subscribed!
+Dr00py118 Thank you, welcome aboard!
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TGV
bought my first bambino on your recommendation. simply put, it's stunning. I wear one as a daily piece and find myself staring at it all the time. well reviewed TGV.
So glad to hear! Thank you Paul, enjoy it!!!
Best regards,
TGV
Thank you for the video. I am getting the
"Orient Men's '2nd Gen. Bambino Ver. 2" as they look like a great dress watch. . .
Just bought one based on this review and I have to say I am not disappointed! Beautiful robust watch for such an affordable price. And that grey dial is even more stunning in person. Keep up the fantastic work!
Dropping the word "Orient" on the dial and just leaving the Crest w/automatic would be really nice. Great watch for the price and a really well done review.
38mm is the maximum for a classic dress watch.I don't understand why orient make this excellent watch 40mm with 21mm watch strap.38mm with 18-20mm watch strap is the perfect size for this type of watch
G R because that is what most people want. Most are 38, so why make the same as everyone else? Why are they so popular, and why change a winning size and formula?
I finally bought this watch, today, because of you, after agonising over it for 8 months. I wanted that gorgeous grey, but settled for the blue because grey was out of stock. I think version 3 is the most beautiful. Version 4 comes a close second IMO.
Thank you for the video, I cant afford a Junghans or a Junkers made in Germany watch but Im in love with Bauhaus watches! This Bambino will be my very first watch. My only concern is I have very small wrists and you mentioned this one is on the larger side.
+Ivo Sotirov I've got snall wrists too, just stay under 41mm. The curved crystal makes it look a little smaller too.
Ivo Sotirov if this was just a nicer casual watch, with no dressy bling about it, it would be perfectly sized. But, since it's a proper dress watch, it's too big and looks silly.
Small wrists try 40mm or less I know Orient makes similar watches in those sizes, just make sure to pay attention to the mm of the dial
bambino is 40mm , better go to a cshop and put on the wrist to see if you like or not...
i have junghans too.as a matter of fact i have dozens of brands...
It's been 3 years, do you still believe that this watch is still the best under $150? Love the channel!
nice channel, discovered after purchasing my first seiko 5 ! You got me interested in horology bro
I have been a watching your videos for about a month now!! And have waited years to find the right first auto. (I do have a green 24 J invicta in route, but of course orient is heritage!) been a watch nerd for about 7 years now. I sell and buy on eBay, mostly collected now wanting to trade all for a few nice, so this year, I finally got my first automatic, it’s better than I thought it would be!im glad I watched a lot of your videos before buying an invicta! Haha. (I did pick up a new 24j green dial invicta, afterwards!! It was New Years sale. New watch on Joma shop. Thank you!! Love that shop. I’ll be watching, you’ve been my favorite on here so far, in route now after though, new green version thanks to you I picked up a white dial Orient Bambino !! Generations 2 version 3. Beautiful. The red in the shield!! That the lions hold up, they sure do hold up!
U got me thinking Bambino or Seiko 5. Anyway, video well done. Liked and subscribed!
Just happened upon your video today. Very well done. In fact, it prompted me to retrieve my FER24009W0 (2nd gen two tone white dial) from my dresser, shake it a few times, set the time and "buckle up".From personal experience, I agree that the Orient Bambino line is an excellent introduction to mechanical watches and collecting for the uninitiated. I received mine as a gift and was immediately struck by the Bambino's understated elegance and quality. It piqued my interest, prompting me to explore watches further.Prior to receiving the Bambino, I had never heard of Orient or, for that matter, paid attention to watches. I usually owned only one working watch at a time, always quartz, and would wear it everyday until it failed. Then, get a new watch and start the cycle all over. The Bambino changed that, my wife might say not in a good way. To paraphrase another watch reviewer (Thank You, Jeffrey McMahon), the Bambino was my "gateway drug" to watch collecting.Nowadays, I rarely wear the Bambino, saving it for occasions when I want to wear a nice dress watch. My typical daily watch is one of my dive watches which better fits my active outdoor lifestyle in FL.Because the Gen 3 is now out, I will probably purchase the FER2400CN0 before they vanish. I've always felt that the cream dial and blue hands are a stunning combination.Thanks for an entertaining and informative video.
+goldenrool Thank you for sharing that and welcome!
So glad to hear of your success with Oreint.
Best regards,
TGV
OK you've convinced me!
Huzzah!
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Well, after watching your video last week, I jumped on the internet and purchased an Orient Bambino version II in blue. I have around 50 watches in my collection, focusing on vintage Elgins, Hamilton, Carel, Acme, etc. They're not outrageously expensive but very classy. I even have some unusual Acta's from the 60's that I've had trouble getting Information about. Well, to get to my point...This Orient is really awesome! I agree with everything you had to say about. So glad I watched your video.
I just bought my first automatic: the bambino. I'm never going back
Congrats!!! Enjoy it sir, a very classy choice.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Also consider manual wind.
I ordered the grey version of the Bambino V3 after watching this review. I received it today and am absolutely happy with the looks and the comfort on my wrist.
I'm not in a hurry to change the strap because the dull black leather is a good offset to the elegant sheen of the grey dial.
Your're introduction calls this a entry level model to automatic watches. Just for reference, I own several Rolexes, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and several other prestige brands.
Make a video:
HOW TO STOP WATCH ADDICTION.
I HAVE 100 AT HOME
Send me one. I don't have even one 😢
how i miss classic gentry original tgv love it your voice is so smooth helps me to relax.
Hi, nice review. What are your thoughts on the Orient Kamasu?
Brilliant watch a very refined diver in my opinion, got the blue dial and it’s stunning.
I love my Bambino!! Classic look! They are beautiful IMHO and most people think the watch is much more expensive and elegant. It get’s many looks because I know no one is staring at my beautiful wrists! 😉
lol meanwhile im with my cheap 25 dollars watch hahaha
Orient was my first watch and I swear by the brand. When I first saw this watch on the Internet, I dismissed it because of the price (yep, cos its so cheap). When I saw it a few days ago with my own eyes - man! the watch is so attractive and sleek! - and so undervalued... Id like to get one but Im thinking if Id actually wear it. I just love my Recraft and use it as my dress watch now... Btw, Bambino reminds me of old Prim watches which my grandad wears. I agree with the recommendation.
I don't blame you Dusan, LOVE Orient,
Thank you,
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TGV
A great bargain. However, I would pay $50 extra for hand wind and hacking.
Thank you sir, me too! :D
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TGV
Your wish granted. The new version is.
You're a humble watch lover. You know why?? You respect Casio's legacy!! Great content! Cheers from Indonesia
Are you a freemason or whats up with the rings?
Its an signet ring. Often worn to show family crests or other familial emblem
@@LordCinnamon guys crazy with families,,, blue blood, people are strange beings...
I have several Orients. They are solid, trouble-free, and keep good time. I highly recommend them! Excellent choice, gov!
Not a fan of the hands. Wish they could have done something different with those.
+TheDobbermn What would of you preferred? Thanks for watching and sharing,
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TGV
I just don't like the squared off look. Just some spear or syringe hands would have been much better in my humble opinion.
Where were you 20 years ago? 😂😂😂 I just retired from the US Marshals Service and my last 6 years I wore suit and ties, this watch would have been a perfect one to go with my suits. Nowadays my daily attire is shorts and t-shirt 😂😂😂. Anyway you sold me and I am going to pick up two but I am choosing the one with the roman numerals in kaki and black for my rare occasion when I wear suits. Best regards. BTW love all your vids. Very classy.
Luis B Perez you could definitely wear any of these watches with a shorts and t shirt (:
how many seconds does the watch lose or gain per day?
Tomáš Phan That's what I am wondering about. Great question. The review should have addressed this point.
@Jason Debly Wow, this is the first time, somebody has replied to my comment
These keep perfect time
czx68 unless they run off of a radioactive isotope that’s nigh impossible
+25sec and -10sec a day are biggest oscillations
Just love these watches. After "re-setting" my collection (starting to collect mechanical watches) last summer I got two of these, a white dial, and a black dial. I've now gotten the white dial version on a gorgeous light brown strap, and that watch frequently gets compliments. When I got the Bambinos I was coming from a 46 - 48mm watches (something I find laughable today), so the 40mm's of the Bambinos felt much better. After purchasing a 39mm 70's diver, a 36,5mm 70's Omega Geneve with a steel bracelet, and a 34,5mm gold '67 Omega Geneve. I do agree that the Bambinos are a bit on the larger side, and also think that 38mm's would be perfect. Since I'm not a huge guy I think my perfect size in watches is 36 - 39mm's. Still though, I'm never gonna sell the Bambinos, I just love them too much.
how could you ever have buyer's remorse owning a bambino?
+silkhead44 Indeed!!!!
Nice one Silkster.
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TGV
the only problem with buying a bambino is stopping yourself from buying a second or third one thats a different color lol
I like that he respected the art behind watch making. very respectful and classy.
+Matt Thank you so much, most appreciated.
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TGV
Seems weird to watch this now when the link clearly says 179 US dollars
also, I see that at 130$ they were soooo popular they all sold out really fast!
they're back to 130
TTate as of now they are 250$
now it´s 260
I've become a total watch fanatic. I already have 3 watches, recently ordered a 4th with an additional strap. Now I'm also eyeing the seiko sndc89p2 as well as the brown/white orient bambino gen 2 v3. As a student I don't have all the money in the world and I don't want watches to become something common for me so I think I'd better wait a while between each watch, but man, channels like this one make me want to buy the watches immediately
"...Not my cup of tea" = piece of shit
I really agree about the Bambino. I got one for my dad last Christmas and it is absolutely perfect.
+A Gentleman's Life Hi Sam!
Long time no hear!! I hope you are well old sport.
So funny, I bought one for my father in-law. They certainly make great gifts.
Thanks for sharing that.
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TGV
hey, love your videos they are really great but I was just wondering what size strap you would put on these watches would you go with a 20mm or a 22mm.
+spceagepimpin04 -- No, he said the watches have 22mm lugs but all he had on hand were 20mm straps, which is why they don't fit properly.
Thanks for your help I think I would use a 22mm strap, also the reason I did ask is because it has 21mm lugs
I've recently bought the Bambino V3.
Would like to change the strap but don't know if 22mm strap fits on the 21mm lugs.
Have you bought the 22mm and do they fit?
Thnx
Hey! Did you buy a 22 mm strap for your Bambino? I'm currently in the same pickle so would be interesting to hear how it went!
Great Review TGV, My first automatic watch is Bambino ver 2 with white dial and blue hands; now i'm in love with Orient, they are so affordable mechanical watches and has some cult followers in Indonesia
+Radius Setiawan Winata Thank you for sharing that. So please to hear, wear it with pride!
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TGV
This is the perfect entry level watch... I get compliments on mine all the time. I have one with the roman numerals, I swapped the strap out for one of higher quality. I do believe that with a nicer strap and if there was a 38mm version with sapphire glass it would compete with more high end watches in terms of quality and build. This watch honestly feels like youre wearing a $1000 watch for under $200..
I have a bambino version 4 blue and is my favorite from my collection. The blue dial is amazing sunburst...
TGV, I believe the domed crystal gives the illusion of the curved dial and hands. That's the appeal of a domed crystal. It also has a slight magnifying effect as well.
Happy Holidays and I'll see you in 2021
The grey is so beautiful and smart looking and the blue is very eye-catching. I think the Orient is so under-rated.
+idylle.doll Thank you, totally agree!
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TGV
I fully agree with you on the quality of the Orient Bambino and I own two of them in different colours. Another watch that I came across that impresses me hugely at around the same price point is the Sea Gull M186S Designer Vintage Watch out of China. It is an automatic and I bought it online through Aliexpress for about $115 US. (I'm Canadian so I am converting to a more common currency). This is an amazing watch. It is a bit smaller at 38 mm and the classic vintage styling is just amazing in real life. The finishing is superb. It is the watch that has impressed me the most out of my last 5 purchases. Sea Gull is a respected Chinese brand and has entry level watches and watches costing several thousand with their own original designed tourbillon. They were the first Chinese watch company. Their watch parts and movements are in 25% of the worlds automatic watches. As a dress watch I find this watch an incredible value and recommend it highly. You should check it out. It comes in different versions but I purchases the white dial with black strap version.
after watching this got myself a nice vintage 70s orient automatic 20 qwid on eBay just started to get in to watches I'm loving the channel keep up the good work
TGV,
I just love the Orient Bambino. I have one of the original versions in yellow gold/white face with the dauphine style hands
similar to a Patek Philippe....Some are still available from Long Island Watches ...Extremely affordable and great on the wrist..
Thanks for making people aware of the brand and this model...
JJG...
+Joseph Gawronski Thank you Joseph,
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TGV
Fantastic watch for the price. Absolutely no remorse purchasing this watch. Definitely a Keeper. Gorgeous dress watch
I’m 19 and I’m in love with dress watches. Bambinos and Seiko sarb are amazing
I just bought a Bambino (white dial silver case) Version 3 bauhaus minimalist look. I have wanted the White dial after I bought the Grey dial which I love but the white was Sold Out, but finally got one recently and to my surprise it had a different movement, instead of the Orient Cal 48743 it came with the F67 movement That has hacking and hand-winding!! I have seen this is the movement in the new V4 bambinos. And have also noticed that some of the older models V1,2,3 are being sold with the new F67 movement. I don't now why? and its not advertised so you have to dig a little to see which ones come with the new movement. But I have to say a Bambino that Hacks and Hand winds at $130 is unbelievable I really like this! Just wanted to share this. Thanks TGV and I'll keep watching.
Thank you Albert, enjoy the Bambino.
Love Version 3 too.
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TGV
Could you tell me where you purchased it? Thanks. Do you prefer the grey or white? I feel like the grey almost looks a little washed out?
I got it on Ebay, Unfortunately they are Sold Out again. The white/silver model FER2400MW0, its hard to find them sold at regular price usually they jack up the price to $200-300. If you want (hack and hand wind) look for bambino's with model such as FAC0000-XX the AC is the new F67 movement and a great upgrade. Also I do love the Grey personally it looks great on a Brown Crocodile Strap, but I think the white is more desired they are both Fantastic, I'm so tempted to buy Black/silver but I already have 4 dress watches and have to stop for a while. Good Luck on your Bambino.
Thanks for that info, Albert
Owned a Bambino. Gave it away to a friend. Now I have an Orient Capital. It is better looking than the Bambino, with a more subtle, clean logo -- no cheesy crest. The Capital is quite a bit thinner, at 7mm. It has a cleaner day date that does not obscure the 3 o'clock marker. I also found that the rose gold dial markers are much better match to the case on the Capital than on the Bambino. As for the claimed 40 hr power reserve for the Bambino, I think that's nonsense. I wore the Bambino all day and it wouldn't run all night long. Overall the Capital is better looking, much thinner, noticeably more comfortable to wear. Unless you are a snob who needs an automatic, get the Capital. The Bambino seems clunky by comparison. The Capital is really a superb Quartz watch. I got mine in Rose gold finish for $99 on Amazon. I don't miss my Bambino at all. I got tired of setting the time on it and it felt overly large thick and clunky..
+AccurateShooter Thank you for sharing.
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TGV
With an email sign up coupon and over the pre-order sale recently, I picked up a Mako USA in black for $150 from Long Island and immediately put it on a Crown&Buckle Bomber leather strap. Absolutely killer combo.
Thanks so much for the video. Im definitely going to buy an orient bambino as my first dress watch. But I gotta ask you where did you get the blue straps? They match the watch perfectly. I would love to get my hands on those straps.
Thanks :)
I recently purchased the same watch as alpha m , and i must say i think it is perfect for all age groups, as a 17 year old i obviously don't have the capital to splash out on £500 watches. The Tayroc company company have made a great impression on me and i will probably purchase my next style of watch from them :) Sorry this comment is a bit off topic and i went on a rant xD
+Richard Stroud No problem Richard, always enjoy hearing what you have to say.
Thanks for sharing,
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TGV
So I'm one of those people who researches products, right after he impulse buys one. I gotta say, my white dial, just like the one there, does hack. But, the strap you showed is even better than the one I got. So combine the fact you need to immediately replace the strap, with the fact Orient uses an oddball lug width, makes kind of a consideration. It would look good on a stainless bracelet, but there's a limited selection at 21 mm.
Got the Bambino Open Heart, which does have hand winding but lacks the date, but it’s an impressive watch, so classy, got mine for $150 on Amazon
They've upgraded the movement. They hand-wind and hack now. I recently got a couple of them (G2 v3) and can confirm they hand-wind and hack.
Are there versions of the G2 v3 that don’t hand wind?
Superb video as always. It's nice to see all the colors available. This new generation of Bambino is really beautiful. Simply unbeatable at this price.
+maitrehg Thank you my friend. Its hard not to fall in love with them, rather relieved they are a bit too big for me as otherwise I would be buying them all,
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TGV
Thanks for showing American guys what class is. Opera, Caravaggio, 18K gold signet ring (I bought mine on the Ponte Vecchio) and the art of Horology, blue cashmere shirt and good diction. Keep it up man!
Great video review.. I see that it is older but still great.. one of my go to watches is my old Dad's Omega automatic.. looks a lot like a Bambino.. looks like you reside in my hometown.. Astoria! Thanks for your work!
Frank from Boulder, Colorado
Love the sirens in the back ground lol, classic TGV!
Excellent review. I'll probably settle on buying a gray-dial one. This'll fill my need for a better-quality dark-faced watch, with something that won't have a dead battery if I neglect it. My daily watch is an Autran & Viala Plano Pur (now Plano Aalen), white dial (great quartz watch, by the way, if you like the style of this one and want thinner, at ~$150 shipped). A couple notes: honestly the video is longer than needed (lots of repetition), though the level of detail in thoughts is appreciated. Also, at 12:44 you say "acrylic", which worried me; I looked around, and seems to be mineral (e.g. see Long Island Watch), which is a relief.
I have this watch before and I must say, it is a classic on its own. Nice job TGV. Great content as always.
+turtledude27 Great to hear, thanks for the feedback, very kind of you to say and enjoy the watch!
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TGV
I love these. Great fun. So...best under $130 eh? I had to chuckle. Next it’ll be “best watch under $127.50! LOL. I just bought the version IV with the emerald green dial. If you like green as I do then it’s a must have. Keep these up. I’m starting to collect them as well.
Love my bambino It’s like a supersized version of The Hamilton of the 60s Love my Hamilton too but it makes me nervous wearing it. Bambino Performs
Wish I had seen this before. I recently purchased my first watch, a fossil Townsman, for the same price at 130. I am happy with the watch, its beautiful and comfortable. However, had I seen this prior I believe I would have purchased the bambino instead. I suppose it will be my second watch haha
bambino will be my first watch . And may be last one . I love that watch .
Thank you for all that you do! You've inspired me to purchase my first Bambino Version 2 white dial gold Roman numerals! I got a great deal on eBay for about $85!! I also own a Datejust 2 and many TAG Heuers, but I love the idea of collecting more affordable easy to acquire timepieces! Especially pieces like this which are not generally known. I will change the strap, probably going with a Perlon. Would u recommend a 20mm or 22mm. I understand 21mm are hard to find. Thanks again +The Urban Gentry Keep up the great work!!
Compré el gris, y nunca lo voy a vender, es perfecto. También estoy enamorado del blanco, pero me frena el hecho de que sea otro automático más que cuidar, ojalá Orient tuviera uno igual pero de cuarzo, y sin problemas de alineación entre el segundero y los índices.
To me this is a more affordable alternative to the (already great value) Tissot Visodate. You lose the Swiss movement, hand winding, day complication, sapphire glass, butterfly clasp and the display case at the back. But for quarter of the price this is still fantastic and likely to have a similar impact on your wrist as the Tissot Visodate. I own and love both. My advice is if you are prepared to spend a little more, get the Visodate, if not then the Bambino is so nice.
im glad that I came across this video. was thinking of getting a hamilton khaki as my first automatic, but i realised that this would be a better choice for the moment, especially with the price. thanks TGV!
+HYITHO Glad I could help!
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
I've got a 7.8" wrist, and good God, this watch is tiny! After seeing so many people say they wish it was smaller, I wish it was at least twice the size. Ah well, it's my first proper watch, and I had no idea my wrist was so large. Absolutely beautiful watch though.
Dude, i hear you! We have similar wrist size and i don't get the tiny girly sized watch syndrome either
Hello Sir, first I have to say, that your channel really is interesting to watch! Second, I enjoyed your introduction of the Bambino and finally ( after longtime experience with other brands) I decided to order the Orient Star Retrograde and I must say: astonishing work! Best regards!
Iwould argue with the size of the bambinos. I think they are just exactly perfect. Obviously on your wrist might seem to be too large, but in general taking into account the average wrist size, wathces around 40mm are just about perfect. I own 2 bambinos, a Le Locle, which is 39,3 mm, and is a berfect dress watch, but for my wrist, maybe the smallest I feel comfortable with. I own a Frederique Constant from the junior series, with case diameter of 38,5mm and that difference of less than a millimeter is just to much on me, and therefore I dont even really wear them. I mean I love the looks of that watch and keep them in my watchbox, but mostly just borrow them to my dad or Brother... :D
really like the new version. Love the blue but..you need to pay nearly the same again for a good strap! i have recommended orient to all my non watch friends. But for some reason never owned a bambino. i had a 70s King diver which i wish i had not sold. my issue is to many watches that tick the good value auto dress watch (seiko 6138 jumbo, king seiko and weirdly a white face HMT) If people can get over the Japanese v swiss thing there are so many quality (even better) watches out there at half the price. The big thing for me is most Jap watches have in house movements not an ETA (not that ETA movements are bad but they are very common, hence lack bragging rights) Love the channel, thanks for your uploads.
I couldn't agree more. Any Orient watch is going to be excellent quality for the money. I have The GMT , Titanium Slide rule and a Ray. Bambino is next.
Thank you Alex,
Best regards,
TGV
Great Video! I have not had the chance to review an Orient yet but will likely try to in the future. Love the Bambino. Thank you for what you are doing!
I hope to be getting an Orient Defender soon as a gift. I've given my wife so many hints. *fingers crossed*
Just ordered a Orient Symphony II from longislandwatch.com (commenting that "The Urban Gentry" was responsible for the sale. haha) and would love to see you review that watch. Sapphire crystal, automatic, not bad for $99.00. White face with stainless bracelet, with the option of putting on a leather strap. Best of both worlds. I really enjoy your channel. Keep up the good work and absolute integrity...
as always: great review. actually u made me buy one yesterday, cant wait till it arives. greets from berlin