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Orient is the brand that keeps surprising people. "Wait, this has an in-house movement for under $200?" Yes, it does. Orient has been quietly making excellent automatic watches since 1950, and they're owned by Seiko Epson, which tells you something about their quality standards.
The Orient Bambino is practically a rite of passage for watch collectors. It's a dress watch with automatic movement, exhibition caseback, and styling that looks like it costs three times the price. The Mako and Ray dive watches compete directly with Seiko at similar or lower prices, with features like hacking and hand-winding that Seiko didn't offer at the same price point for years.
What makes Orient special is their commitment to in-house movements even at entry-level prices. While other brands use off-the-shelf Miyota movements, Orient develops their own calibers. The F6 and F7 movements power most of their lineup, offering reliability that's been proven over decades.
For those who want to experience mechanical watchmaking without spending Seiko money, Orient is the answer. The brand doesn't get the hype of Seiko, but many collectors quietly admit their Orient gets more wrist time than watches costing five times as much.
Based on 14 watches in our database
Budget
$235
Typical
$420
Premium
$483
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Common questions about orient watches
Orient is an excellent watch brand, especially for automatic watches under $300. They're owned by Seiko Epson and use in-house movements even in entry-level pieces. The brand offers exceptional value and is highly regarded by watch enthusiasts.
It depends on what you're looking for. Orient often offers better movement specs (hacking, hand-winding) at lower prices. Seiko has more variety and better finishing at higher price points. Many collectors own both. For dress watches under $200, Orient's Bambino is hard to beat.
The Orient Bambino is the most popular for dress watches, and the Mako II/Ray II for dive watches. The Orient Star line offers premium finishing for those willing to spend $400-800. All feature in-house automatic movements.
Orient watches are designed in Japan and manufactured in Japan or overseas facilities depending on the model. Orient Star models are typically made in Japan. The brand maintains Japanese quality standards across all production.
With proper care, Orient automatic watches can last decades. The in-house movements are reliable and serviceable. Many vintage Orient watches from the 1960s-70s are still running today. Budget for service every 5-7 years for optimal longevity.
No, Orient uses their own in-house movements (F6, F7 series), not Seiko movements. While Orient is owned by Seiko Epson, they maintain separate movement development. This independence is part of what makes Orient special.