my first real watch! Orient Bambino

[dapperdee]

I'm just starting to get into watches (thanks to to WUS) and this is my first piece. I got it on sale w/ 30% off from Orient. I love the classic/retro look to it. I had some questions though. Can someone provide me with a link to a good online seller of 21mm spring bars, preferably the ones with the little push tab so its easy to take them off. Also can anyone link me to a seller who sells a durable version of this nato in 20mm/21mm?



p.s. the seiko skx007 will be my next purchase!

[hooligan]

Can someone provide me with a link to a good online seller of 21mm spring bars, preferably the ones with the little push tab so its easy to take them off. Also can anyone link me to a seller who sells a durable version of this nato in 20mm/21mm?

Congrats on your new watch.
I would recommend Esslinger for the spring bars Watch Band Pins - Spring Bars | Esslinger Watch Pins just browse through their selection until you find what you want.
As for NATO straps Crown and Buckle has an good reputation around here Leather, Nato, Zulu Watch Straps - Crown and Buckle but there are many places to buy NATO straps so someone else may have a suggestion you like better.
Hopefully these suggestions are helpful but if you live outside the U.S. there are probably better options for you.

[pantagruel]

Beautiful watch. In my opinion the watch looks perfect on the black leather strap. I think the watch would lose some of its "class" if you put it on that multi-colored Nato. But, do what makes you happy!

[dapperdee]

^i agree with your comment there. in dressier situations i would keep it on a leather strap for for casual situations i really like the look of vintage watches on natos:

[dapperdee]

heres a photoshopped version of the look im going for

[Crucifero]

I agree, that's a gorgeous looking watch.

Personally, I would put a Brown Croc Strap with white stitching from Bradystraps, but that's just me.

Nice buy!

[sirgilbert357]

Just my two cents, but putting that watch on a red white and blue NATO just detracts from its dressy look. It looks confused...If you want to wear that casual of a band, put it on a watch that's meant to be casual.

[tankbustaz]

bambino is amazing! poorman's orient 60th anniversary lol

[Speardane]

I'm not a huge fan of nato straps on dress watches, but after seeing your photoshop, I have to admit it looks pretty spiffy.

[mtgjr]

Anyone know where one of these watches can be purchased?