The Best Dress Watch For Under $130 EVER! - Orient Bambino Automatic Version 3 Full Review
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2015
- A few months ago, I saw a great video by the much respected fellow vlogger and style expert Aaron "Alpha M" Marino about his choice for an affordable quartz dress watch for under $140. Well, I thought I would put forward my recommendation and it just so happens to coincide with a recent re-lease of a legendary highly respected watch from Orient. Not only is their newest version of the Bambino under $130, it boasts a completely in-house mechanical automatic movement and in my opinion the most refined styling of the series yet.
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Three days ago, I was one click away from buying a Daniel Wellington. That one click was me watching my first TUG video. Today my perspective on watches has changed drastically, and I'm planning on buying a Bambino Open Heart as my first watch ever. Thank you TGV.
DW are so bad pal stay away!
@@darrenwalshe8513 He's probably an addicted watch collector by now
I got both bambino and Daniel wellington
I have fallen in love with watches.
It's a addiction
it is, and TGV is responsible for my addiction!
medhat nour am glad not longer dominated by this addiction which it cost me thousands of dollars , I had up to 130 watches different brands from luxurious to respectable brands , ended up selling all my collection, lost tons of money ,and some I give a way. truly it's an addiction was not easy to stop buying , anyways just don't let this addiction ruin you, first you would think it just a hobby then it will turn to a none stop buying just watches .
Tarek this i probably worst case scenario, but when you have the mindset to just buy a preselected amount of watches and stop buying watches when you reached that amount. Then you just have to focus on the awesome time pieces you own, be proud of it and enjoy it wearing. I am really into watches (btw I am 16), but you always have to keep in mind that these are just watches and not something you need to keep you alive like food or a warm place to sleep when it’s cold outside. I own a 250€ Candino and a 1190€ Longines Hydroconquest Automatic 41mm (this is very much for my age) but I really enjoy those watches and I am totally fine with it. Now I am proud having those awesome time pieces and don’t have the urge to buy more. But I still wouldn’t say no when someone wants to gift me a submariner :D.
Keep on and have a nice day, sorry for some grammar or spelling mistakes - Greetings from Germany.
me tooooooooooo
Up most respect to you tgv,you pay just as much attention to cheaper watches than more expensive luxury ones your a top man
Thank you for the review. I have been looking for a budget mechanical watch and am still quite new to the hobby. I've probably watched over a dozen of your videos the past few days and really appreciate your willingness to share your knowledge.
Because of this video all the Orient are out of stock on this site haha
Chia Lee is the blue watch on website the same blue as in this video?
Cristyan Negru honestly I don't remember seeing that one, but most of the Orient were sold out, except for bambino 2
Chia Lee so will we see more in Stock...or its sold out forever?
This guy says every now and then long island has then in stock. But if you look around in sure you'll find it
Chia Lee OK thx
I've bought my self this bambino because of your review, and it's getting more and more beautiful every day :)
So glad to hear, thank you my friend, enjoy it!
Best regards,
TGV
Ciao Tristano, in the previous review of the bambino you wished for having the logo on the crown and Orient made this improvement. I like very much this watch. It's very tasty and elegant to me.
+Stefano Cecchini Thank you Stefano, hope you are well my friend.
Great comment as always,
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TGV
as always: great review. actually u made me buy one yesterday, cant wait till it arives. greets from berlin
This channel got me buying watches all over the net.
Great review, TGV! :) This third generation Bambino is growing on me. The slate gray is my favorite version as well; looks especially good in this video versus in pictures. Good on Orient for giving us more choices! An average/below average strap is an easy compromise to make for that watch head.
+Katrina Lopez Thank you Katrina, excellent comment, spot on as always.
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TGV
Great Video! I have not had the chance to review an Orient yet but will likely try to in the future. Love the Bambino. Thank you for what you are doing!
Love your channel. After watching this video I ordered one and really impressed! Great vids!
So glad to hear Rob, thank you and enjoy!
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TGV
Thank you for the video. I am getting the
"Orient Men's '2nd Gen. Bambino Ver. 2" as they look like a great dress watch. . .
Really liking these new Bambinos. Wow at that blue dial. Gorgeous.
+hariz87 Its stunning isn't it!!!
Thanks for sharing,
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TGV
It's a nice watch
i have one so i prefer not to look at them anymore, cant buy moreeeee....
after watching this got myself a nice vintage 70s orient automatic 20 qwid on eBay just started to get in to watches I'm loving the channel keep up the good work
Just bought one based on this review and I have to say I am not disappointed! Beautiful robust watch for such an affordable price. And that grey dial is even more stunning in person. Keep up the fantastic work!
I just found your channel about 20 minutes ago and I'm a fan already and subscribed!
+Dr00py118 Thank you, welcome aboard!
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TGV
nice channel, discovered after purchasing my first seiko 5 ! You got me interested in horology bro
Mine arrived today thanks to your advice. Love it! Cheers
Dude your the best, I‘m searching for the Right dresswatch since days
I got the Orient at your suggestion from the place you recommended. I told them you sent me
+marcus allen Thank you Marcus, very much appreciated.
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TGV
:)
+The Urban Gentry Can you modify the time with the crown?
+marcus allen what color?
I also got a Bambino, blue dial because of this video.
U got me thinking Bambino or Seiko 5. Anyway, video well done. Liked and subscribed!
I had to watch this video twice. Once to get info about that timepiece, and again to admire that blue beauty of a strap! Another great video my friend.
+JustinMiles17 Thank you Justin, very kind of you to say and to re-watch.
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TGV
Thank for your vid. You are a guy with taste. I love how you mix luxury and more affodable watches.
They recently changed the movement offered in the Bambinos, they hack and allow hand winding now.
yeah i think they even fixed the whole lug thing. made it 20 or something
Bought one about a month ago. Hand windable, but the lug width is still the awkward 21 mm. No problem putting it on a 22 mm leather strap though.
PsyHusky what's the type?
I recently bought a ver 4, gray sunburst dial with rose gold hands and applied markers, my first automatic. It has both manual wind and hacking. 22 mm band. My horology buddy, who likes Rolex and Breitling, was impressed with its quality. I highly recommend it!
@PsyHusky for every Gen 2 Bambino or just the V4?
Thank you for the video, I cant afford a Junghans or a Junkers made in Germany watch but Im in love with Bauhaus watches! This Bambino will be my very first watch. My only concern is I have very small wrists and you mentioned this one is on the larger side.
+Ivo Sotirov I've got snall wrists too, just stay under 41mm. The curved crystal makes it look a little smaller too.
Ivo Sotirov if this was just a nicer casual watch, with no dressy bling about it, it would be perfectly sized. But, since it's a proper dress watch, it's too big and looks silly.
Small wrists try 40mm or less I know Orient makes similar watches in those sizes, just make sure to pay attention to the mm of the dial
bambino is 40mm , better go to a cshop and put on the wrist to see if you like or not...
i have junghans too.as a matter of fact i have dozens of brands...
bought my first bambino on your recommendation. simply put, it's stunning. I wear one as a daily piece and find myself staring at it all the time. well reviewed TGV.
So glad to hear! Thank you Paul, enjoy it!!!
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TGV
I have been a watching your videos for about a month now!! And have waited years to find the right first auto. (I do have a green 24 J invicta in route, but of course orient is heritage!) been a watch nerd for about 7 years now. I sell and buy on eBay, mostly collected now wanting to trade all for a few nice, so this year, I finally got my first automatic, it’s better than I thought it would be!im glad I watched a lot of your videos before buying an invicta! Haha. (I did pick up a new 24j green dial invicta, afterwards!! It was New Years sale. New watch on Joma shop. Thank you!! Love that shop. I’ll be watching, you’ve been my favorite on here so far, in route now after though, new green version thanks to you I picked up a white dial Orient Bambino !! Generations 2 version 3. Beautiful. The red in the shield!! That the lions hold up, they sure do hold up!
OK you've convinced me!
Huzzah!
Thank you,
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TGV
That watch is really reminiscent of the 1950s-60s and is certainly affordable. That said, I just measured two similar looking originals, a Hamilton and a Longines, and both came out to under 36mm. The bands on the period pieces are both only a tasteful 16mm. Honestly, the originals look large enough. One can't blame a company for making what sells, so it's probably my taste that's in the minority. Not the first time...
Those are modern lady watch sizes
Love the sirens in the back ground lol, classic TGV!
how i miss classic gentry original tgv love it your voice is so smooth helps me to relax.
actually ,the leather straps look very elegant ,IMHO ,nothing wrong with them.
I still don't get why they don't make a 38mm version, it's like obvious. I would buy it right now if it was 38mm, non-winding is a con but not as much as 40mm. Thanks for the great video.
+panchoskywalker Totally agree. Me too!
Thanks for watching,
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TGV
I like 40 better than 38
34-38mm is "old school" dress watch size. I can certainly see where you're coming from. I'd advise you don't pass up this watch because of its larger size. It's gorgeous!
40mm is better at all, i have small wrist and this small watches 38mm killing me, insane stupid in my opinion.
Jmachine 4 for guys with small wrist bruhh
Well, after watching your video last week, I jumped on the internet and purchased an Orient Bambino version II in blue. I have around 50 watches in my collection, focusing on vintage Elgins, Hamilton, Carel, Acme, etc. They're not outrageously expensive but very classy. I even have some unusual Acta's from the 60's that I've had trouble getting Information about. Well, to get to my point...This Orient is really awesome! I agree with everything you had to say about. So glad I watched your video.
Learning. Thanks. Love the classic look. New subscriber as of today.
Hi, nice review. What are your thoughts on the Orient Kamasu?
Brilliant watch a very refined diver in my opinion, got the blue dial and it’s stunning.
Dropping the word "Orient" on the dial and just leaving the Crest w/automatic would be really nice. Great watch for the price and a really well done review.
38mm is the maximum for a classic dress watch.I don't understand why orient make this excellent watch 40mm with 21mm watch strap.38mm with 18-20mm watch strap is the perfect size for this type of watch
G R because that is what most people want. Most are 38, so why make the same as everyone else? Why are they so popular, and why change a winning size and formula?
Just love these watches. After "re-setting" my collection (starting to collect mechanical watches) last summer I got two of these, a white dial, and a black dial. I've now gotten the white dial version on a gorgeous light brown strap, and that watch frequently gets compliments. When I got the Bambinos I was coming from a 46 - 48mm watches (something I find laughable today), so the 40mm's of the Bambinos felt much better. After purchasing a 39mm 70's diver, a 36,5mm 70's Omega Geneve with a steel bracelet, and a 34,5mm gold '67 Omega Geneve. I do agree that the Bambinos are a bit on the larger side, and also think that 38mm's would be perfect. Since I'm not a huge guy I think my perfect size in watches is 36 - 39mm's. Still though, I'm never gonna sell the Bambinos, I just love them too much.
I'm going to get mine soon! So excited!
how many seconds does the watch lose or gain per day?
Tomáš Phan That's what I am wondering about. Great question. The review should have addressed this point.
@Jason Debly Wow, this is the first time, somebody has replied to my comment
These keep perfect time
czx68 unless they run off of a radioactive isotope that’s nigh impossible
+25sec and -10sec a day are biggest oscillations
hey, love your videos they are really great but I was just wondering what size strap you would put on these watches would you go with a 20mm or a 22mm.
+spceagepimpin04 -- No, he said the watches have 22mm lugs but all he had on hand were 20mm straps, which is why they don't fit properly.
Thanks for your help I think I would use a 22mm strap, also the reason I did ask is because it has 21mm lugs
I've recently bought the Bambino V3.
Would like to change the strap but don't know if 22mm strap fits on the 21mm lugs.
Have you bought the 22mm and do they fit?
Thnx
Hey! Did you buy a 22 mm strap for your Bambino? I'm currently in the same pickle so would be interesting to hear how it went!
Superb video as always. It's nice to see all the colors available. This new generation of Bambino is really beautiful. Simply unbeatable at this price.
+maitrehg Thank you my friend. Its hard not to fall in love with them, rather relieved they are a bit too big for me as otherwise I would be buying them all,
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TGV
I really agree about the Bambino. I got one for my dad last Christmas and it is absolutely perfect.
+A Gentleman's Life Hi Sam!
Long time no hear!! I hope you are well old sport.
So funny, I bought one for my father in-law. They certainly make great gifts.
Thanks for sharing that.
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TGV
I just bought my first automatic: the bambino. I'm never going back
Congrats!!! Enjoy it sir, a very classy choice.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Also consider manual wind.
Make a video:
HOW TO STOP WATCH ADDICTION.
I HAVE 100 AT HOME
Send me one. I don't have even one 😢
You know I'm a big fan of this one! Great job and I love that slate grey dial.
+Amateur Watch Collector Thank you CG, you approval means a great deal to me.
Thanks for your support.
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TGV
Thank you for this video. Told me what I needed to know.
A great bargain. However, I would pay $50 extra for hand wind and hacking.
Thank you sir, me too! :D
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TGV
Your wish granted. The new version is.
Are you a freemason or whats up with the rings?
Its an signet ring. Often worn to show family crests or other familial emblem
@@LordCinnamon guys crazy with families,,, blue blood, people are strange beings...
TGV ; good on ya mate.
A fantastic video from an outstanding watch connoisseur living proudly in the real world.
+MrPEACEBONU Thank you my friend,
Very kind of you to say.
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TGV
I ordered the grey version of the Bambino V3 after watching this review. I received it today and am absolutely happy with the looks and the comfort on my wrist.
I'm not in a hurry to change the strap because the dull black leather is a good offset to the elegant sheen of the grey dial.
Your're introduction calls this a entry level model to automatic watches. Just for reference, I own several Rolexes, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and several other prestige brands.
lol meanwhile im with my cheap 25 dollars watch hahaha
Not a fan of the hands. Wish they could have done something different with those.
+TheDobbermn What would of you preferred? Thanks for watching and sharing,
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TGV
I just don't like the squared off look. Just some spear or syringe hands would have been much better in my humble opinion.
I have this watch before and I must say, it is a classic on its own. Nice job TGV. Great content as always.
+turtledude27 Great to hear, thanks for the feedback, very kind of you to say and enjoy the watch!
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TGV
Great video review.. I see that it is older but still great.. one of my go to watches is my old Dad's Omega automatic.. looks a lot like a Bambino.. looks like you reside in my hometown.. Astoria! Thanks for your work!
Frank from Boulder, Colorado
Seems weird to watch this now when the link clearly says 179 US dollars
also, I see that at 130$ they were soooo popular they all sold out really fast!
they're back to 130
TTate as of now they are 250$
now it´s 260
how could you ever have buyer's remorse owning a bambino?
+silkhead44 Indeed!!!!
Nice one Silkster.
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TGV
the only problem with buying a bambino is stopping yourself from buying a second or third one thats a different color lol
I love the video and I'm going to have to checkout the watch!
Great presentation, great channel and great guy 👌🏽
"...Not my cup of tea" = piece of shit
Great review. I've got a 5th gen one which I love, and they now have a better signed buckle, and the supplied straps now taper slightly. I really like the display case backs now, even though there is just minimal decoration on the rotor. I'd like the option to pay the extra money for a sapphire crystal, but this is one area where they are keeping the price at entry level I suppose.
Awesome video, TGV! Great review as always.
I'm really digging the blue dial with the matching strap. I would definitely be getting a Bamino sooner or later, but I'm looking out for the limited edition commemorative Singapore 50th Independence edition. Or maybe the blue one, absolutely stunning.
Cheers!
hello sir, quick question. what makes this orient bambino better than say a symphony ii with sapphire glass?
Absolutely love your vids. You've got a great personality and it shines through! Wish you could do a review on the tissot ballade cosc rose gold. Keep it up!!!
Love the blue on blue. I like mine with the Bandini strap.
Thanks for your suggestion. I'm looking for an entry level classy dress watch and this sounds excellent.
+zazenh This will not disappointed! Cheers.
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TGV
Generation 2 owner here. I was all set to buy a black Version 1 ( to go along with my cream/blue hand Version 2), but when I saw the gray Version 3, I knew I had to have it. Ordered it from Marc yesterday! Great video!
You're a humble watch lover. You know why?? You respect Casio's legacy!! Great content! Cheers from Indonesia
Great review! This is my favorite Bambino because I can't get over the V2 using IIII instead of IV for the 4 o'clock!
I have several Orients. They are solid, trouble-free, and keep good time. I highly recommend them! Excellent choice, gov!
Just happened upon your video today. Very well done. In fact, it prompted me to retrieve my FER24009W0 (2nd gen two tone white dial) from my dresser, shake it a few times, set the time and "buckle up".From personal experience, I agree that the Orient Bambino line is an excellent introduction to mechanical watches and collecting for the uninitiated. I received mine as a gift and was immediately struck by the Bambino's understated elegance and quality. It piqued my interest, prompting me to explore watches further.Prior to receiving the Bambino, I had never heard of Orient or, for that matter, paid attention to watches. I usually owned only one working watch at a time, always quartz, and would wear it everyday until it failed. Then, get a new watch and start the cycle all over. The Bambino changed that, my wife might say not in a good way. To paraphrase another watch reviewer (Thank You, Jeffrey McMahon), the Bambino was my "gateway drug" to watch collecting.Nowadays, I rarely wear the Bambino, saving it for occasions when I want to wear a nice dress watch. My typical daily watch is one of my dive watches which better fits my active outdoor lifestyle in FL.Because the Gen 3 is now out, I will probably purchase the FER2400CN0 before they vanish. I've always felt that the cream dial and blue hands are a stunning combination.Thanks for an entertaining and informative video.
+goldenrool Thank you for sharing that and welcome!
So glad to hear of your success with Oreint.
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TGV
Just discovered you. Such a great review, I ended up Subscribing to your channel and buying a Blue Bambino. Jolly Good Show. Nice work.
+targa florido Thank you, very kind of you to say and welcome aboard!
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TGV
Thank you for all that you do! You've inspired me to purchase my first Bambino Version 2 white dial gold Roman numerals! I got a great deal on eBay for about $85!! I also own a Datejust 2 and many TAG Heuers, but I love the idea of collecting more affordable easy to acquire timepieces! Especially pieces like this which are not generally known. I will change the strap, probably going with a Perlon. Would u recommend a 20mm or 22mm. I understand 21mm are hard to find. Thanks again +The Urban Gentry Keep up the great work!!
Great review with all the dials available. I myself have a grey curator & I love the grey of the bambino more.
+Calvin Tan Nice!!! Thanks for the kind words,
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TGV
Quite new to youre channel, think its great! Bought myself a Bambino after watching this video, i totalt agree.. The Bmbino is a great watch - and for the price is a real bargain! A huge thanks for the advice
Hello TGV. Thanks for making videos like these & spread 'good' horological knowledge to everybody :)
+iconz255 Thank you my friend, honored by your comment.
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TGV
Hello Sir, first I have to say, that your channel really is interesting to watch! Second, I enjoyed your introduction of the Bambino and finally ( after longtime experience with other brands) I decided to order the Orient Star Retrograde and I must say: astonishing work! Best regards!
I just got my Orient Bambino 2 in the mail today. What a beautiful beautiful watch!!! I spent a whole whopping 130 dollars on it and man does it look good for such a low price! I just love it!!!
im glad that I came across this video. was thinking of getting a hamilton khaki as my first automatic, but i realised that this would be a better choice for the moment, especially with the price. thanks TGV!
+HYITHO Glad I could help!
Thank you,
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TGV
Thank you for your video. Im gonna buy a starter watch and ill go with bambino! :)
I just got the 2nd gen Bambino Ver. 3, and it is a stunning watch in person. The sunburst and the way the domed crystal reflects on the dial is truly something to behold. It looks and feels more expensive than it actually is. Got it for only $120 off of Ebay. Would highly recommend it. The only real downside is the mineral crystal, but it hasn't caused me any issues yet.
I have a bambino version 4 blue and is my favorite from my collection. The blue dial is amazing sunburst...
I’m 19 and I’m in love with dress watches. Bambinos and Seiko sarb are amazing
Love your content! Thanks!
Question and video recommendation... seiko 5 vs bambino!! Both great value and by swapping straps you can dress up or down both
Nice watches and nice review ,thank you.
I've become a total watch fanatic. I already have 3 watches, recently ordered a 4th with an additional strap. Now I'm also eyeing the seiko sndc89p2 as well as the brown/white orient bambino gen 2 v3. As a student I don't have all the money in the world and I don't want watches to become something common for me so I think I'd better wait a while between each watch, but man, channels like this one make me want to buy the watches immediately
I think this would be a great Christmas present for my dad as well.
+officialpartychannel Excellent idea, they make great gifts too. I gave one to my father in-law, he loved it.
Thanks for watching,
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TGV
I finally bought this watch, today, because of you, after agonising over it for 8 months. I wanted that gorgeous grey, but settled for the blue because grey was out of stock. I think version 3 is the most beautiful. Version 4 comes a close second IMO.
Great watch my friend,.....love the looks and that quality for this kind off money is brillaint........keep up the good work.....cheers
+Bryanet Thank you! Very kind.
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TGV
Dude it's so hard to find this watch now and I bet it's cause of you @theurbangentry haha Love you reviews man I'm addicted to watching them.
Great Review TGV, My first automatic watch is Bambino ver 2 with white dial and blue hands; now i'm in love with Orient, they are so affordable mechanical watches and has some cult followers in Indonesia
+Radius Setiawan Winata Thank you for sharing that. So please to hear, wear it with pride!
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TGV
Yes. Orient Bambinoeah such awesomeness, best... I will get one someday perhaps. Lol these version things, so many v1234 versions of bambino. I dont know about the versions.
I like that he respected the art behind watch making. very respectful and classy.
+Matt Thank you so much, most appreciated.
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TGV
Cheers for another great video I now know what my next purchase will be ;-)
+Che Wise Fantastic, you are very kind, glad to hear it and thank you!
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TGV
What do you think of the Orient Sun and Moon Version 3?
Hey TGV! Awesome video as always! Very good analysis! I must say very classy long sleeve polo. Brooks Brothers are currently my favorite brand in clothing. It's pretty hard to beat their quality for the price. From their shoes, to the pants and shirts down to their socks and ties! Its perfection. Superb!
+Nshan Muradyan Thank you Nshan,
I must say I love them too. I just got another 2 of these long sleeve, the quality of the fabrics and choice of colors are just great. I can certainly see why its your favorite, you have great taste ;-)
Thanks for the great comment,
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TGV
With an email sign up coupon and over the pre-order sale recently, I picked up a Mako USA in black for $150 from Long Island and immediately put it on a Crown&Buckle Bomber leather strap. Absolutely killer combo.
got my bambino this week. great watch thanks..
+Keith Jones So glad to hear, thank you for sharing,
Enjoy!
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TGV
It feels like yesterday when you went though the 10k barrier...amazing growth! :)
+annedien Thank you, just posted another 3 videos btw.
Onwards and ever upwards.
Hope you are well, always love hearing from you.
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TGV