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Orient Bambino Version 7

Orient Bambino Version 7

Based on 18 comments across 2 communities
TL;DR
Owners overwhelmingly see the Bambino Version 7 as a standout value, praising the more wearable 38mm size, the classic dial that shines in natural light, and a dependable automatic movement. The main gripes are the cheap stock strap that most people replace and the lack of a sapphire crystal. The "water resistant" text on the dial and the solid case back also bother a smaller group, but few regret the purchase.

72% of 18 verified owners recommend the Orient Bambino Version 7.

What 18 owners say
216 comments reviewed · scored on the 18 clearest verdicts
72%
Recommend
13 owners
17%
Neutral
3 owners
11%
Don't recommend
2 owners
Last 6 months:67% recommend(6 recent verdicts)→ holding steady vs older reviews
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Reddit
71%
17
Other forums
100%
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What owners like
  • The 38mm size hits near-perfect dress-watch proportions on most wrists · 6 · 33%
  • Exceptional value, hard to beat for the price · 5 · 28%
  • Classic, classy dial that looks great and pairs with many straps · 5 · 28%
  • Dial really comes alive in person and in natural light · 4 · 22%
  • Solid automatic that keeps good time · 2 · 11%
What owners flag
  • The included stock strap is poor and most owners swap it · 2 · 11%
  • No sapphire crystal; the crystal feels soft and may scratch · 2 · 11%
  • "Water resistant" printed on the dial annoys some on a dress watch · 1 · 6%
  • Solid case back instead of a display back disappoints some · 1 · 6%

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Reddit▼ don’t recommend

The straps they come with are terrible but I have a brown and a dark blue strap that I switch between and they both look amazing.

Reddit— neutral

yet another concern is the steel case back rather than see through in V7

Reddit▲ recommend

I’ve noticed the Bambino looks absolutely amazing in good lighting. Opening it indoors vs going outside the next day I was like woah. Beautiful watch

Reddit▼ don’t recommend

I just can't stop being annoyed by "water resistant" on the dial. Such a stupid decision on a dress watch.

Reddit▲ recommend

the Thai assembly seems pretty decent. Put mine on black vintage leather and ditched the brown. Keeps great time.

Reddit— neutral

If they update the crystal to sapphire, I will buy it in a heartbeat!

Reddit— neutral

I wouldn't say 38.4mm is "small" unless you have an enormous wrist.

Reddit▲ recommend

Orient dials always pack more punch in person than the marketing photos are able to do justice

Reddit▲ recommend

really excellent proportions, and that slope on the edges of the dial adds so much.

Reddit▲ recommend

Such a versatile piece. Have it on a honey brown suede strap and looks great.

Reddit▲ recommend

Look at the way the hands are floating above the dial. That's pretty sick

Reddit▲ recommend

Version 7 is a very clean watch that fits you much better. Easy choice.

Reddit▲ recommend

This is a heck of a watch for the price and, really, in general.

Reddit▲ recommend

38mm was the right call. Perfect proportions for a dress watch.

Reddit▲ recommend

Natural lighting really makes it stand out!

Reddit▲ recommend

Great watch. The best value on the market.

Wrist Sushi (Japanese Watch Forum)▲ recommend

on the wrist this is about as close to perfect a size as it gets. The top of the case and bezel are polished really well, and the sides of the case, which is pretty narrow, are brushed. The crystal just seems soft, not sure how well it would hold up to daily wear, seems it will scratch easily, even under a shirt cuff.

Reddit▲ recommend

I would recommend the 38mm.