The Excalibur Bi-Retrograde Calendar by Roger Dubuis

This year, Roger Dubuis celebrates its 30th anniversary, and for the occasion, the company pays tribute to its co-founder’s favourite complication: the bi-retrograde display.

This function, previously featured in the Excalibur Grande Complication alongside a dozen other highly complex mechanisms, takes centre stage once again. The Maison has also introduced a less complicated, more classic edition to further honour the bi-retrograde display.

Also referred to as “the ecliptic counters” by the Maison a nod to their elliptical shape and distinctive role in indicating the months and date the design showcases a symmetrical dial layout. Enhanced by refined detailing, it pays homage to the Maison’s early creations from 1996.

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Introducing Orient Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence

Limited Editions, New Colors, and Designs Enhance the Iconic Bambino Collection

ByWaqt

01.02.2025

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Orient Watches company celebrates its 75th anniversary with the release of two stunning limited editions of the iconic Bambino timepiece. These exclusive models embody the craftsmanship of the Japanese brand, which was founded in 1950 by watchmaker Shogoro Yoshida and acquired by the Seiko Group in 2001.

In addition to the two limited edition models with white dials, Orient has expanded its best-selling Bambino range. The collection now includes four new Bambino Classic models in different colors, three Bambino Day/Night models in three of those colors, and a 75th Anniversary Limited Edition of each.

Bambino Day-of-Week and Sun-Moon Display

The Bambino Day-of-Week and Sun-Moon Display model features a stainless steel case measuring 41.5 mm in diameter with a thickness of 14.2 mm. Its transparent caseback reveals the mechanical movement and is marked "Orient Since 1950 – 75th Anniversary," along with an engraved limited edition serial number.

The design includes a white dial adorned with rose gold-tone Roman numerals exclusive to the limited edition, complemented by three new sunburst dial colors: green, navy blue, and burgundy. A sun-moon display is positioned at 5 o’clock, while the day-of-the-week indicator sits at 10 o’clock, adding both functionality and visual balance.

Powered by Orient’s in-house, calibre F6B24 automatic movement. It offers a power reserve of approximately 40 hours and operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz).

Completing the timepiece is a genuine leather strap that enhances its classic appeal. With a water resistance of up to 100 meters (10 bar), the Bambino seamlessly blends elegance with everyday practicality.

Technical specifications: Orient Bambino Day/Night

Reference: RA-AK0805E (green), RA-AK0806L (navy blue), RA-AK0807R (bordeaux), RA-AK0808S (white)
Case: Stainless Steel, Sapphire crystal double anti-reflective, sapphire crystal caseback
Diameter: 41.50 mm
Height: 14.2 mm
Water resistance: 30 m
Dial: Green, navy blue, bordeaux and white
Movement: Automatic, Orient calibre F6B24, 22 jewels
Power reserve: 40 hours
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date, day/night display
Bracelet / Strap: leather strap,
Availability: white edition limited to 5,500 pieces
Price: EUR 449 / 1,700 AED

Orient Bambino Classic

It maintains the same rounded case but is slightly thinner than the Night and Day editions. The steel case has a diameter of 40.5 mm and a thickness of 12.3 mm. The watch is water-resistant to 30 meters.

The four new dial colors are green, navy blue, and burgundy, all with a sunburst finish, along with beige, which is featured for the first time on the Orient Bambino. The fifth model is the Orient Bambino 75th Anniversary limited edition.

This model has a white dial with rose gold-colored numerals and scales, complemented by contrasting blue hands. It draws inspiration from vintage dress watches, which often feature precious metals and high-end production techniques such as thermally blued hands.

Powered by the Caliber F6724, an automatic movement that operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour, it provides a 40-hour power reserve.

The white edition is limited to 9,500 pieces.Priced at EUR 229 which is equivalent to AED 950.

Technical specifications: Orient Bambino Classic

Reference: RA-AC0023E (green), RA-AC0024L (navy blue), RA-AC0025N (beige), RA-AC0026R (bordeaux), RA-AC0027S (white, limited edition)
Case: Stainless Steel, Sapphire crystal double anti-reflective, sapphire crystal caseback
Diameter: 40.50 mm
Height: 12.3 mm
Water resistance: 30 m
Dial: green, navy blue and burgundy and white, sunburst finish
Movement: Automatic, Orient calibre F6724, 22 jewels
Power reserve: 40 hours
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Bracelet / Strap: leather strap,
Availability: white edition limited to 9,500 pieces
Price: EUR 229 / 950 AED