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product_id: 81124485
title: "Orient Classic Bambino V2 – Men's Automatic and Manual Winding Classic Mechanical Wrist Watch"
brand: "orient"
price: "R11958"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Orient"
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# 50m water resistance 40.5mm classic case size Automatic + manual winding movement Orient Classic Bambino V2 – Men's Automatic and Manual Winding Classic Mechanical Wrist Watch

**Brand:** orient
**Price:** R11958
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⌚ Elevate your wrist game with classic charm that never fades.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Orient Classic Bambino V2 – Men's Automatic and Manual Winding Classic Mechanical Wrist Watch by orient
- **How much does it cost?** R11958 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/81124485-orient-classic-bambino-v2-mens-automatic-and-manual-winding-classic)

## Best For

- orient enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted orient brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Subtle Water Resistance:** 50m rating keeps you safe from splashes, perfect for daily wear.
- • **Domed Mineral Crystal Glass:** Vintage-inspired clarity that catches every glance.
- • **Elegant Black Leather Strap:** Glossy alligator pattern with contrasting stitching for refined comfort.
- • **Timeless 40.5mm Stainless Steel Case:** Striking gold-tone brushed finish for enduring style.
- • **Precision Automatic Movement with Manual Wind:** Silky smooth hacking seconds for exact time-setting.

## Overview

The Orient Classic Bambino V2 is a 40.5mm gold-tone stainless steel dress watch featuring a reliable in-house automatic movement with manual winding and hacking seconds. Its domed mineral crystal and elegant black leather strap deliver vintage sophistication, while 50m water resistance ensures everyday practicality. Loved by watch enthusiasts for its timeless design and exceptional value, it’s a perfect heirloom-ready timepiece for the modern professional.

## Description

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Review: Great watch for the price - Great watch. Well finished, accuracy seems good for an automatic. Strap always gets bad reviews for this watch, it is probably the weakest part but it is comfortable it just doesn't have a high quality feel. But it is real leather and for this price I think it's good. The rest of the watch is really nicely finished and is just nice to look at. Second hand movement is smooth.
Review: A watch that oozes charm & elegance - The Company - Orient is a respected maker of automatic watches since the 50's & they use in-house mechanics, so there's no outsourcing of dodgy components. There is a typical & reassuring Japanese approach to quality control, materials, finish & attention to detail; which is simply superb & what you would expect from a watch costing over 3 times the price. Orient are part of the Epson group. Epson also own Seiko. Interestingly these two watch companies seem to go their own way in their approach to aesthetics, consequently Orient has a uniqueness to their watches that chimes! Baby Love - This watch is part of the Bambino range which is given much love by watch aficionados. Bambinos have a timeless charm & you'll find no brash finishes or here today, gone tomorrow fashion disasters. This stainless steel watch has a brushed case with chrome finish to the upper surfaces & nicely breaks up what would otherwise be a monoblock appearance. The crown is onion shaped, larger than usual & consequently easier to turn, though it is not screwed down for improved water resistance. When adjusting the date & time you'll appreciate the smooth rotation, there are no wobbly bits or rough actions here. All Bambinos have a beautiful domed glass which harks back to yesteryear & reinforces this timeless appeal. The dial is not white as sometimes stated, I find it to be off-white & slightly pearlescent, enhanced by the domed glass that lets light in from the very edges of the dial. The printing on the dial is very crisp with a classic font, the numerals however are a cut above being applied to the dial in rose gold, the hands are also rose gold. The rose gold logo with a red insert is also applied & all of this adds a touch of elegance to the dial. This is a 2nd generation Bambino, which has slight improvements such as a hackable second hand (which stops when the crown is pulled out so you can set the watch to the exact second). The automatic function can be augmented by a manual wind which is silky smooth & a tactile delight. The strap which has had some criticism is stiff out of the box, 10 minutes of chiropractice & it became more flexible & since then has loosened up further. I had ordered an aftermarket strap at the same time as the watch purchase, I'm not sure I'll be using it though; the supplied strap with glossy dark brown alligator style leather & light brown contrasting stitching just looks great on this watch. You may have got the impression that I love this watch & you'd be right, watches are often bought on an emotional level & many folk will connect with this charming timepiece. The photographs really do not do justice to this watch. Cons - There are however a few things you should know. 1. The water resistance is not great, meaning no showering or swimming with this watch, in fact I wouldn't even risk immersing this watch while washing my hands. 2. This watch is a Version 2 & still has the unusual 21mm lug (strap) width, meaning aftermarket straps will be more challenging to find, but they are out there. I have seen YouTubers sanding a fraction off the edges of a favoured 22mm strap to get them to fit into the lugs. A softer leather 22mm may even squeeze in unaltered. Thankfully Orient do listen to their customers & Version 4 Bambinos now come with 22mm lugs. 3. The lack of a lume, the 'glowy bits' in the dark, might be an issue for those with strong nocturnal habits. Despite all of the aforementioned, I'm willing to overlook these foibles. All for the love of a good watch! Accuracy- Mechanical watches simply do not have the accuracy of quartz watches, expect to see a drift of a few seconds each day, so you will be adjusting these 'Springers' once a week. You could use your phone's network to keep this watch in good time. With a hacking second hand this is a breeze & part of the charm of an old fashioned mechanical watch. I checked the accuracy against a radio controlled timepiece & found that I had time travelled into the future 6 seconds over 24 hours. That's well within the specified +25/-15 seconds per day. To collect or not to collect - I ditched my cheap watches & had planned to start a collection of three quality watches, to fill the 3 empty compartments in the drawer of my gentleman's night stand. I had envisaged a dress watch, a diver & a pilot watch. On receiving this beauty, my intended dress watch I'm thinking maybe I won't bother with the other 2. This watch is so beautiful it has become my one & only, an everyday wearer. I am primarily an urban desk jockey, I don't do deep sea diving, race cars, pilot airplanes, bullfight or spend days in the wilderness looking for Bigfoot. So I don't really have the need for any other watches. Value - There are different ways to value a watch, such as price v performance, price v visual appeal or on brand name alone. In my opinion & that's all it is, my opinion, you may take it or leave it; this watch has a lovely build quality aesthetic & charm. Charm, now there's an old fashioned word I've used several times in this review. The dictionary definition of charm - 'the power or quality of delighting, attracting, or fascinating others' sums up this watch quite nicely! The price of this watch varies considerably, a typical price is around £150, sometimes a little bit more, sometimes a little bit less. I got this for just under £100 (desertcart), an absolute bargain! Such is the quality of this watch, if looked after & with an occasional service it will probably outlast me & become a treasured heirloom, patina & all! I thought long & hard before I pulled the trigger on this watch. After all this was intended to be the first of my lifetime trilogy collection. Alternatives - Also under serious consideration was the German made Zeppelin watches, at around £200 they too have a remarkable elegance & charm about them. You may wish to check them out.

## Features

- Case
- - Case Material: Stainless Steel
- - Case Colour: Gold
- - Crystal: Mineral crystal
- Movement

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07L3Y59FS |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Band Colour | Black |
| Band Material Type | Leather |
| Band Width | 21 Millimetres |
| Bands | 1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 476,807 in Fashion ( See Top 100 in Fashion ) 3,481 in Men's Wrist Watches |
| Brand Name | Orient |
| Case Diameter | 40.5 Millimetres |
| Case Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Case Thickness | 11.8 Millimetres |
| Character | Fashion |
| Clasp Type | Buckle |
| Closure Type | Buckle |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Crystal | Mineral |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,580 Reviews |
| Dial Color | black |
| Display | analogue |
| Embellishment Feature | Crystal |
| Face Style | Classic |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04942715001261 |
| Included Components | Automatic Winder |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Item Type Name | Watch |
| Item Weight | 90 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Orient |
| Manufacturer Part Number | FAC00001B0 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Model Name | 3 Star |
| Model Number | AC00001B |
| Pattern | Single |
| Power Source | Mechanic |
| Special Features | Calendar |
| Sport Type | Walking |
| Strap Type | Leather |
| Style Name | Bracelet |
| Theme | Vintage, Classic |
| Warranty Type | No Warranty |
| Watch Movement Type | Automatic |
| Water Resistance Depth | 50 Metres |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Images

![Orient Classic Bambino V2 – Men's Automatic and Manual Winding Classic Mechanical Wrist Watch - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71XkLxuivfL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does this watch hack and hand wind**
A: The answer is yes to both question.

**Q: Is this watch fully assembled in japan? i read the movement is from japan but want to know if the full assembly is in country too. thanks**
A: China

**Q: Has anyone had problems with or needed to claim under the manufacturer's warranty as I have heard Amazon is not authorized reseller?**
A: In the event of a problem I would think you should contact Amazon as I cannot find any information on an authorized Orient service centre in the UK. Having said that, the quality control seems excellent given the low price of Bambino II watches, making a manufacturing defect fairly unlikely. I suppose potential purchasers will just have to weigh up the pros and cons and decide for themselves whether or not to take the risk.

**Q: My wrist measures 23cm would this watch strap fit me?**
A: no unfortunately the maximum size is 21.5 cm

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great watch for the price
*by M***N on 9 February 2022*

Great watch. Well finished, accuracy seems good for an automatic. Strap always gets bad reviews for this watch, it is probably the weakest part but it is comfortable it just doesn't have a high quality feel. But it is real leather and for this price I think it's good. The rest of the watch is really nicely finished and is just nice to look at. Second hand movement is smooth.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A watch that oozes charm & elegance
*by M***W on 20 November 2020*

The Company - Orient is a respected maker of automatic watches since the 50's & they use in-house mechanics, so there's no outsourcing of dodgy components. There is a typical & reassuring Japanese approach to quality control, materials, finish & attention to detail; which is simply superb & what you would expect from a watch costing over 3 times the price. Orient are part of the Epson group. Epson also own Seiko. Interestingly these two watch companies seem to go their own way in their approach to aesthetics, consequently Orient has a uniqueness to their watches that chimes! Baby Love - This watch is part of the Bambino range which is given much love by watch aficionados. Bambinos have a timeless charm & you'll find no brash finishes or here today, gone tomorrow fashion disasters. This stainless steel watch has a brushed case with chrome finish to the upper surfaces & nicely breaks up what would otherwise be a monoblock appearance. The crown is onion shaped, larger than usual & consequently easier to turn, though it is not screwed down for improved water resistance. When adjusting the date & time you'll appreciate the smooth rotation, there are no wobbly bits or rough actions here. All Bambinos have a beautiful domed glass which harks back to yesteryear & reinforces this timeless appeal. The dial is not white as sometimes stated, I find it to be off-white & slightly pearlescent, enhanced by the domed glass that lets light in from the very edges of the dial. The printing on the dial is very crisp with a classic font, the numerals however are a cut above being applied to the dial in rose gold, the hands are also rose gold. The rose gold logo with a red insert is also applied & all of this adds a touch of elegance to the dial. This is a 2nd generation Bambino, which has slight improvements such as a hackable second hand (which stops when the crown is pulled out so you can set the watch to the exact second). The automatic function can be augmented by a manual wind which is silky smooth & a tactile delight. The strap which has had some criticism is stiff out of the box, 10 minutes of chiropractice & it became more flexible & since then has loosened up further. I had ordered an aftermarket strap at the same time as the watch purchase, I'm not sure I'll be using it though; the supplied strap with glossy dark brown alligator style leather & light brown contrasting stitching just looks great on this watch. You may have got the impression that I love this watch & you'd be right, watches are often bought on an emotional level & many folk will connect with this charming timepiece. The photographs really do not do justice to this watch. Cons - There are however a few things you should know. 1. The water resistance is not great, meaning no showering or swimming with this watch, in fact I wouldn't even risk immersing this watch while washing my hands. 2. This watch is a Version 2 & still has the unusual 21mm lug (strap) width, meaning aftermarket straps will be more challenging to find, but they are out there. I have seen YouTubers sanding a fraction off the edges of a favoured 22mm strap to get them to fit into the lugs. A softer leather 22mm may even squeeze in unaltered. Thankfully Orient do listen to their customers & Version 4 Bambinos now come with 22mm lugs. 3. The lack of a lume, the 'glowy bits' in the dark, might be an issue for those with strong nocturnal habits. Despite all of the aforementioned, I'm willing to overlook these foibles. All for the love of a good watch! Accuracy- Mechanical watches simply do not have the accuracy of quartz watches, expect to see a drift of a few seconds each day, so you will be adjusting these 'Springers' once a week. You could use your phone's network to keep this watch in good time. With a hacking second hand this is a breeze & part of the charm of an old fashioned mechanical watch. I checked the accuracy against a radio controlled timepiece & found that I had time travelled into the future 6 seconds over 24 hours. That's well within the specified +25/-15 seconds per day. To collect or not to collect - I ditched my cheap watches & had planned to start a collection of three quality watches, to fill the 3 empty compartments in the drawer of my gentleman's night stand. I had envisaged a dress watch, a diver & a pilot watch. On receiving this beauty, my intended dress watch I'm thinking maybe I won't bother with the other 2. This watch is so beautiful it has become my one & only, an everyday wearer. I am primarily an urban desk jockey, I don't do deep sea diving, race cars, pilot airplanes, bullfight or spend days in the wilderness looking for Bigfoot. So I don't really have the need for any other watches. Value - There are different ways to value a watch, such as price v performance, price v visual appeal or on brand name alone. In my opinion & that's all it is, my opinion, you may take it or leave it; this watch has a lovely build quality aesthetic & charm. Charm, now there's an old fashioned word I've used several times in this review. The dictionary definition of charm - 'the power or quality of delighting, attracting, or fascinating others' sums up this watch quite nicely! The price of this watch varies considerably, a typical price is around £150, sometimes a little bit more, sometimes a little bit less. I got this for just under £100 (Amazon), an absolute bargain! Such is the quality of this watch, if looked after & with an occasional service it will probably outlast me & become a treasured heirloom, patina & all! I thought long & hard before I pulled the trigger on this watch. After all this was intended to be the first of my lifetime trilogy collection. Alternatives - Also under serious consideration was the German made Zeppelin watches, at around £200 they too have a remarkable elegance & charm about them. You may wish to check them out.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great watch
*by A***R on 28 January 2020*

Beautiful watch. Keeps good time around + 5-7s a day which is really good for the price. Hacks and hand winds as well so very good value

## Frequently Bought Together

- Orient Analogue Automatic FAC00008W0
- MiLTAT 22mm JUB Watch Band compatible with Orient Kamasu RA-AA0004E19A RA-AA0001B19A RA AA0002L19B

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*Last updated: 2026-08-21*