The Orient Bambino Wristwatch: The Full Nick Shabazz Review

[@mysteryman3666]

Nick, the "IIII" is actually on most watches with roman dials to the point where a watch with an "IV" on it would be an oddity. The "IIII" is called the "Watchmaker's Four" and is apparently used for visual balance on the dial and because "IV" actually looks too similar to "VI."

[@theplasticdesert2408]

Sturm 51 it’s surprising A how many watch guys don’t know this and B how many reviewers haven’t bothered looking into this before they start reviewing.

[@NickShabazz]

Absolutely, it's a thing. And it was started on clocks because of Jupiter :)

[@theplasticdesert2408]

Nick Shabazz I thought it was Uranus... my bad.

[@m.s.g1890]

Sturm 51 It’s a ridiculous reason not to use the correct lettering. I mean, do they really think that someone seeing the hour hand pointing to the 4 o’clock position might think it’s 6 o’clock? The numbers/letters on a dial are just for show. Does anybody actually read the numbers/letters? No. They could put a picture of a hedgehog at that position, and people would still know that when the hour hand is pointing there it’s 4 o’clock. In fact, a clock face is probably the one place that you’re never going to be confused in that way. As for visual balance, I’ve always found the four strokes to look almost silly. But that’s a personal opinion. I guess that 4 strokes balances slightly better with viii at the 8 o’clock position, but surely not enough to justify this ugly corruption. Anyway, that’s just a general point, as the bambino here doesn’t even attempt the 1, 5, 7, 9 or 11 lol

[@prehistoricdog4464]

Both are correct. In current use IV is typically used but IIII is also correct. Ancient Romans used IIII more commonly but they also sometimes used other additive forms when subtractive forms would normally be used. That means there is no single correct form, just more and less common ways. The fourth entrance archway into the colossium in Rome has IIII above it and no IV for example.

[@ajaxforever5473]

Oriënt is the most underrated watch brand on this planet. That is my statement

[@VideobyRenta]

No, it's Casio!

[@Kunta1926]

VideobyRenta No, no it’s Orient.

[@Ryan-jr2cv]

VideobyRenta I love Casio but they don’t make mechanical watches.

[@profd65]

"Underrated" and "overrated" are the most overused words on the Internet. I'm glad you like Orient, but that doesn't mean we have to.

[@solidarnosc9663]

It's definitely one of the most underrated brands out there. THE most underrated? Possibly.

[@SamP0rterBridges]

Holy crap... You're accent belongs in a cartoon. You should be a voice actor.

[@ChefTom777]

looney tunes!.. mr. piggy

[@jahciple]

@@ChefTom777 or elmer fudd, lol.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Its fake

[@maxpionier5241]

Hi everybody...... Hi dr. Nick (the Simpsons)

[@bongwater7908]

he got covid

[@simonthewatchguy6073]

I love the noise of the rotor. Reminds me I'm wearing a mechanical piece. Great review

[@josephpardue6277]

Orient has been around since 1903. They where acquired by Seiko because it was cheaper to buy them rather than license the Movement. Excellent watch. I have both this one and the Mako. The leather straps are good but the oyster style bracelets are just ok. Even their entry point watches are very good.

[@kafwtkhs]

is it still working after 3 years?

[@gedcanonizado]

You sound like a gangster from Good Fellas. Awesome review man. Thanks!

[@jamie1234591]

For me +10 seconds a day is ok. I'd set it 30 seconds slow, then it would be ok for me for 6 days. Nothing bad has ever happened to me because I was half a minute early or late.

[@gedcanonizado]

Thanks for this comment lol I've been researching how I can remedy this +10-15 dilemma and your comment is just an awesome way on how to deal with it.

[@gordonscicluna]

it loses 1 minute a week...oh crap???!! lol

[@JacobSerrano]

I always prefer a watch to err on the side of being slightly fast, as being a little early is rarely a problem. Movements like the one in this Bambino that hack make it relatively easy to deal with a watch that runs a little fast. Once a week I pull the crown, wait a few seconds (however many seconds ahead it is), then push the crown back in. Done. This is usually easier than correcting time on a watch that runs slowly. Additionally, you might take advantage of the positional variance of the watch to limit how much time it gains when it's stored.

[@frameschubser]

I think I´m going to get into watches

[@NickShabazz]

NOOOOO

[@OverallVariable]

Do not get into watches!

[@ClarenceKansas]

I blame nick for getting into watches.

[@thematrix2783]

I blame my gf for getting me into watches .

[@tubewoodycool]

did you?

[@dredgewalker]

10 seconds a day at this price range is excellent. My seiko 5's are actually worse as they can range from minus or plus 15 to 30 seconds a day and they are in the bambinos price range. Also it's a mechanical watch. Expect some level of inaccuracy in mechanicals unless it's spring drive that costs thousands of dollars.

[@RedPillVegan]

Orient needs more 36mm...

[@MrBacchus18]

fix the lug width to 20mm while you are at it

[@RogerSartet007]

They did so on their more expensive Orient Star series

[@Ferien7]

Red Pill Vegan 36mm is way too small for men

[@taylorwatson7932]

Ferien7 I disagree. Look at watches commonly worn in the golden age of watches (1940s-70s). JFK, FDR, Roosevelt, Truman, Sean Connery, and a host of famous men wore watches well under 40mm. In fact, since last last couple years, the trend is once agin skewing towards smaller watches.

[@jimrees1778]

I am considering adding this model to my collection. For every day wear, it is my Vostok Amphibia. The Vostok is a watch that you just set the time, put it on and never have to worry about it. Value and quality for the money, Vostok is tops.

[@Lumpy_Peter]

I think you require little bit too much accuracy from a mechanical watch. I've heard many guys saying that setting the correct time every other day is their greatest joy of wearing a mechanical watch.

[@LorenzoNW]

Bought this watch around three years ago. I love the design details and domed crystal but I have to be somewhat careful how a wear it and wish there was the option to upgrade the crystal to sapphire. I’ve never wound it with the stem; I just shake it up a bit. And I actually like the noise when it winds. I usually wear it maybe 3 days out of the week so I never found accuracy to be an issue. The look is almost steampunk, kind of a fusion between modern and traditional in that it’s a little larger than a traditional with more vibrant blue hands. The one ugly for me was the shiny black wristband. After switching it out with a tan faux crocodile, it looked 10X nicer! I've also seen it in a navy faux crocodile and that looks great too.

[@LorenzoNW]

@@2334-s7h Thank you, I didn't know that. So far, I haven't gotten any scratches on the mineral crystal but I'll definitely keep it in mind in case I do.

[@kafwtkhs]

@@LorenzoNW does your bambino still works aftern all these years?

[@SadhamIslamiyahHelper]

@@kafwtkhs Could they wait the reply to appear for an hour?

[@SCGSHOW]

Yo man is this the white dial or cream dial?

[@saswineey]

How well does this compare to the seiko Presage cocktail Time ( with the power reserve) ?

[@dude28405]

What is the Spyderco Delica size reference

[@blitzbbffl]

The problem with the once a month dress automatic is that each time you wear it - you'll need to wind it, and set the time and date. For once a month wear, a dress quartz makes more sense to me.

[@MobiuSphere]

If you only wear it once a month, then just make sure it's the same day every time, and you'll never have to reset the date!

[@blitzbbffl]

@@MobiuSphere 😁

[@andrei-cosmin.popa85]

Quartz seconds hand ticking makes me cringe, but yeah, if you wear a mechanical once a month, at leat get one without day/date

[@denniskirschbaum9109]

I love your reviews Nick, but mechanical watches are just not that accurate especially at the lower price points. People who love mechanical watches don't love them because they are accurate. We love them because they are mechanical! Since we all have a phone in our pocket it is really not a big deal to adjust the time once a week or so. For the money, this is an incredible feat of engineering. And yes, if you just want an accurate watch, by all means get a quartz watch and gei gesundt hei.

[@TheCyclopsis]

Any idea why the caseback design looks different from all the other orient bambinos?

[@AGWatchesAndGear]

A minute a week is well within the acceptable range for this kind of movement. I believe Orient's announced tolerance is +-25 s/day which is absolutely fine for a $100 watch

[@NickShabazz]

Ehhh, that's where we disagree. It's certainly par for the course, but it's not fine :)

[@dredgewalker]

@Rex Erection yep, only a quartz is accurate at any price range. Heck Seiko 5's are even worse at this price range. You can even have the watch regulated if he's so insistent on making it more accurate or spend more for a better mechanical watch.

[@michaelvenczartrinidad5860]

Hi nick is there a fake version of that ? Im scared to buy a 2nd hand watch. How to spot a fake ? Its a big help to me.

[@unitedwespeaksmith1981]

He Nick, Awesome review. I’m interested in getting a Bambino Orient watch, but not sure where to get one. I am thinking Amazon, what do you think?

[@yacovmitchenko1490]

If you want accuracy, great elegance, and a smaller watch than the bambino for about 150 dollars, consider the Seiko Solar watch. (rectangular, with a gold dial.)

[@skillet4068]

Yep. Fashion blogger.

[@TheLordstrider]

Great review but I am kinda worried to buy this watch, I have 6-inch wrist... will it be too big?

[@jasperabit]

Really haven’t showed how it exactly look on ur 6.5 inch wrist, barely showing in 4:02…

[@MarcraM82]

Nick, can i ask does the dial have any sunburst effect?

[@Demanufactur3]

My primary issue with this specific watch is the size, it would be much more "dressy" if it was scaled down a little.

[@GoldBold563]

Look up exercises to increase the size oc your wrist muscles!

[@ernestkrajnc6412]

@@manzahalem8845 And 20 mm strap...

[@therichardchannel]

Thought you traded the Seamaster PO for the Tudor Pelagos?

[@birdlaw1019]

Thanks for taking a look at this watch, great review and very informative. I've been looking for an entry level dress watch; it's not something I'll wear a lot, but I will need it a few times a month. There appear to be roughly 1 gazzilion options for this guy over multiple generations , I think ill end up checking one of these out.

[@Hebii69]

hey nick, really enjoy your videos and I know you are a big fan of quartz watches, what would be your recomendation for a dress quartz watch that is smaller than 40mm? (75-150 usd) thank you

[@RaverCJ]

I've owned ETA 2824-2's that ran at +16s a day. +8-10s in a non-COSC-certified watch is okay by me. For days I want accuracy, I'll wear my Grand Seiko with a 9F or my Casio Oceanus.

[@shirishpanwalkar]

You are comparing a 200 - 250 usd watch with an Omega and a Rolex? Awesome comparison!

[@jethrojacinto2798]

That accent is just awesome. So old New York I love it!

[@bongwater7908]

its joe pesci

[@gerdamelle]

The 41mm diameter, which is similar to a typical diver's with a rotating bezel, is way too big for a dial in this classic design.

[@fahimmosharrof7209]

Hello, I'm a new watch enthusiast, Nick you said the watch is gaining almost 10 seconds a day and by the week it is a minute fast. So what do you do to make the time accurate again? Thanks in advance

[@RaverCJ]

That accuracy is pretty standard (and actually fairly decent) from a mechanical watch. You might be able to get it regulated by a watchmaker to maybe +5s a day, but this is no COSC-certified movement. Even on the COSC side, I see see Rolexes and Omegas that are running +3-4s fast a day.

[@Ferien7]

Fahim Mosharrof Ratul if you want a watch that's accurate, get an Apple Watch

[@hickok2227]

I'm so disappointed that Nick didn't compare the watch size to an Ontario RAT.

[@RondelayAOK]

. . . and the everyday/dress watch I have is a Bulova Accutron 2. It's quartz, Nick.

[@Darthbane200]

What watch would you recommend for someone on a budget/ if any?

[@vma4202]

Darthbane200 Seiko 5's, Orients Bambinos and some of Timex's models

[@giangvu7902]

+10 seconds a day is very good, especially for a watch at this price! I think you are being a little harsh with the watch lol.

[@kurtdoughlaselvinia311]

i disagree, most people nowadays wear watches in general same as jewelries, mainly for accessories. we now have smartphones to know exact time.

[@darrylwarren4241]

Thank you Kirk, I'm staring at a screen all day for work, get off work cellphone, In this pandemic I wanted a watch that required the least amount of attention.

[@runrin_]

wow this is gorgeous.... nick i thought you were trying to STOP me from getting into watches.... >.

[@RondelayAOK]

Love the watch and would buy it if I didn't already have a good dress watch I like. A bit on the large size, would be better in 38mm. Looks kind of old, kind of new.

[@AsBi1]

really nice and most honest review . thanks

[@atticus3532]

I only tune into this channel to listen to the Goblin voice from WOW. Also your watch reviews are good

[@KakashiHatake-ou7mp]

Oh come on! The logo is nice :D And the strap will always be stiff :(

[@markboland2545]

My first mechanical watch....beautiful watch for the money.....

[@chris9650]

Few things. What is the obsession with super heavy water water resistance in every watch ever. What did we do without water resistance. What is the obsession with super accuracy too, what are you doing that a minute a week is going to knock you out.

[@GoldBold563]

A watch has one job. if it can't do that one thing well it's nothing more than a toy.

[@chris9650]

Yes and this watch is perfectly acceptable with its limits for what it is for the price. If you want super accurate then mechanical watches aren’t for you

[@pitiedvod]

If they did that in a quartz movement with a little better water proofing that would be ideal for me. I normally go between 3 dress watches, at work, some classier than others over a 5 day period with different metal, leather etc. for colour coordination, but I need a watch to tell time and being off a minute at the end of the day is just not good enough for the money, when a quartz mechanism would do the job far better at a much lower price point.

[@soxandbears]

if this didn't say "water resistant" it would be the perfect budget dress piece

[@jnelly814]

I'm currently wearing the cream variant of this watch on a cream perlon strap. It's a really high quality and versatile watch.

[@MrBacchus18]

firefighters?

[@therealdealhnamler5582]

Very very good watch for the price,,nice looking and looks like it costs a thousand bucks

[@57HEMIviken]

Keeps saying dont get into watches keeps showing watches i want!

[@deanalbertson7203]

I wish they had used a V instead of a I for the 5:00 hour.

[@martinchivers7341]

A nice review of a stunning watch.

[@lenpowell6647]

I totally love your "winding" comment.Yes a poor one feels that you are hanging,drawing and quartering the dam thing.Amusing.Cheers.

[@andrewlim3284]

good video but i feel that you are too critical abt the accuracy since its just a 100+ dollar watch

[@kennymason3518]

8:52 I didn't know watches could oink, Nick!

[@milkyway6724]

boston accent?

[@brianbuchert6382]

This guy is gorgeous! Can’t wait to get one!

[@tamchannel5838]

Good review but some observations were almost too funny.. if you want accuracy .. look at your cell or just go get yourself an amazing good looking Quartz watch for a fraction of the cost of an accurate mechanical watch lol. Remember the reason you are buying these type of watches is NOT for their accuracy nor their water resistance to go swimming. Other than that the review was on point 👍

[@Mahatma618]

Accuracy is dependend on luck I guess.Mkne isgoing aroung 5-6 seconds a day,and since it's new it will probably slow down abit in a few weeks.

[@Mahatma618]

Also,the strap is gem at the price.Totally dissagree with the reviewer on that point

[@kyleleungrulez]

I though it was some saying under there, well, it's just "water resistant" in fancy writing.

[@ChefTom777]

For me i like the sound of rotor & the sound or winding it... ofcouse mineral glass... what do you expect from a 100+ dollar watch... seiko will give you watch with sapphire for lowest price of 600 dollars.. this review is obviously not fair.. i love seiko & orient.. but i have more orients than seikos... orient will always be very underreated.. orient gives me wstches with quality, looks, reliability, etc for double the value for my money.. i can get bnew orient diver's watch with sapphire crystal glass ar coated for 200 dollars & an orient star with saplhire glass & power reserve indicator for 350 dollars.. seiko & other branded watches cannot beat that...

[@s0me1up]

Orient belongs to Seiko apparently

[@PiTech314]

You never mentioned that you were Batman!

[@porkfat8109]

The F-91W beats it in every way.

[@xDarkPrototypex]

Neal Valero The F91-W beats most Rolexes in every way, except for looks. Whats your point?

[@xDarkPrototypex]

David B If your love interest only likes you because of your watch, she shouldnt be your love interest.

[@duncanidaho2130]

With that voice... you should sell used cars.

[@nastasiaj]

Nick failed to mention the face of the Bambino is not flat. Rather it has a "hump" or raised part going around the circumference of the watch face. It's hard to see unless you handle the watch in person. When saw this I couldn't tell if it was intentional or a biproduct of cheap manufacturing. It looked cheap to me. Anybody have an opinion? Thanks.

[@steveman751]

Anthony Nastasi It has a domed crystal, it is completely intentional. I like it myself

[@watches8885]

@Nick, Classy ⌚ and nice review!

[@snowpuppy77]

Excellent review. While I really like the look of this watch this review helped convince me that my money is better spent by saving up for something that will give more long term satisfaction. Will look for my first mechanical to be a little more accurate and have a sapphire crystal for starters.

[@sgtschmitty8013]

Lmao, I gave you a thumbs up just for your voice haha

[@DrFrankLondon]

I would have chosen a German made Graf Zeppelin over this as a dress watch, quartz alternative and auto, but great finishing and if you choose quartz, you have all the accuracy you need, always being on time to grab your next glass of champagne at a cocktail party.

[@silverghost4206]

A loud rotor is a good rotor.. Gives it more presence.. Your just being picky. Out an about... You will never hear that rotor.. Unless you are in a library.. Or taking a shit at home.. In your quiet bathroom..

[@Keith_the_knife_freak]

Thanks

[@daveglarner2138]

Maybe there's a pair of lions. Those could be firefighters. Maybe that's a truck! Join us next time as The Nick interprets ink blots and unpurchased pay-per-view porn channels through the squiggles.

[@erichardin8640]

WHY THE HECK DID YOU BUY IT ???? WHAT THE ......

[@coopera8]

Nick, you should review the orient mako.

[@NickShabazz]

... My orient Mako review is already up.

[@xDarkPrototypex]

Why did they add smurf collored hands on such a classy dial? I would have preferred brass/gold or even steel hands.

[@xDarkPrototypex]

David B The one in the video is still ugly af in my humble opinion.

[@anhlanhchanh199]

thank god you're not a watch designer

[@xDarkPrototypex]

Hyeri You are replyin to two people in this thread, which one has a "wrong" taste according to you? (Spoiler: aestetics are subjective. I can find stuff ugly of pretty no matter anyones opinion)

[@sgtschmitty8013]

Minute off a week? I threw mines in a drawer slanted over night and it was 8 hours off...

[@atti1488]

You sound like Kyle's cousin Kyle from south park.

[@apple_cider1207]

interesting accent (cartoonish almost) and watch

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Nice watch!!⌚😎👌

[@noc1211]

Am I crazy, or is this the first Nick Shabazz watch review that doesn’t mention lume once? Particularly since this one doesn’t seem to have any … EDIT: So I _am_ crazy, or just nutty from lack of sleep, because he _does_ mention it in the last minute. Big derp. Must bed now.

[@NickShabazz]

That's probably why.

[@noc1211]

@Nick Shabazz Was expecting you to ding it for that somewhere in the bad or ugly. I’ll admit I’m maybe too much of a lume snob nowadays - if a watch doesn’t have it (or some other means to read it in the dark, like Indiglo or whatever) I move right past it.

[@franksalem8580]

He did ding it in the closing minute.

[@noc1211]

@Frank Salem … I specifically paid attention to the final remarks to make sure he didn’t mention lume before posting my comment, and I _still_ managed to miss it. Sleep deprivation does bad things to my brain.

[@franksalem8580]

Please listen at the 14:20 mark but be awake because it happens quickly.

[@supremegalacticcommander2783]

10 seconds a day for a $100 watch with that level of finish? Stick to knives Nick! Thanks for the video, as usual I enjoyed it!

[@geronimojunior3095]

Dude , for $150 what the fuck do you expect? A Daytona? You are unbelievable

[@brianbuchert6382]

Here we go again referring to these watches as “ this guy” drives me bonkers

[@LeriJ]

Still too big in diameter. Odd strap size. Not looking too good on the wrist.

[@jonathanblackberry9512]

nobody talks like that lol not even people from staten island.

[@profd65]

The Orient logo is awful. It spoils the look of their watches.

[@zelphx]

A WHITE dude named "Shabazz"???!!! LOL!!!

[@southerncountryboy8]

Orient has yet to realize that if they made this watch in 36 or 38, it will sell like hot cakes. What a bunch of idiots. How can you have this WW2 era design and still go with 40mm? It's keeping me from purchasing this watch

[@Ferien7]

southerncountryboy8 at this size, it needs to be less polished. Less dressy.