Orient - History, Models and Owners' Reviews

I present to you my Orient Mako 2 automatic that I like a lot, it is very comfortable to wear, Orient is a Japanese brand that is a cousin of Seiko, this Orient is blue but it is also available in black or pepsi... the blue dial is magnificent and in the sun it changes color with variations of the most beautiful effect, it is a diving watch with a screw-down crown and an F6922 movement... its diameter is 41.5mm with a thickness of 13mm and a lug width of 22mm... the watch has a power reserve of 40 hours, however the glass is mineral. its price is 280 euros.

This version of the Orient Bambino 40mm Beating Heart is the little sister of the Seiko Presage. Elegant, it has sided with classicism compared to its distant cousin Lip Himalaya presented previously. Its in-house Orient movement is visible at 9 o'clock and reveals its balance wheel and escapement. The original blue strap perfectly compliments the dial which appears sunburst or muted, depending on the light. Its quality/price ratio, well known to enthusiasts, is undoubtedly its best asset, after its grace.

As a member of the brotherhood of chicken wrists (15cm), I always looked at the Orient Bambino from afar because of their 40.5mm diameter. However, at the end of 2024, Orient is releasing a 38mm bambino with a pink/salmon dial. I fell for it straight away without even trying it on. After a few weeks of wearing it, I'm not disappointed at all. For around €300, it's a very well-made automatic watch that makes a nice impression with its pink sunray dial. The domed glass gives an appreciable vintage touch. The watch is sold on a steel bracelet but I find it more relevant on a leather strap. Nothing to report on the movement, it does the job (just a bit noisy if you shake the watch) In summary, for around €300, I think we have a very nice dress watch.