The Orient Bambino RA-AC0024L is a navy blue dress automatic built for people who want classic Roman-numeral styling without a stiff formal-only watch. The 40.5 mm stainless steel case, domed mineral crystal, and warm blue leather strap keep it wearable for office days, dinners, and weekends in Australia.
This reference sits in Orient’s modern Bambino Classic line powered by the in-house calibre F6724. You get automatic winding, hand-winding when the watch has sat still, hacking seconds for clean time-setting, and about 40 hours of power reserve. The navy dial with applied Roman markers and a date at 3 o’clock is easy to read and pairs cleanly with both navy and charcoal leather.
Why the RA-AC0024L works day to day
- Dress proportions that still wear easy: 40.5 mm diameter, about 12–12.3 mm thick, and roughly 46.5 mm lug-to-lug keeps the case balanced on most wrists.
- In-house Japanese automatic: F6724 with hand-wind and hack — more useful than a sealed no-name quartz dress watch when you care about the mechanism.
- Domed mineral crystal: the curved glass softens the profile and suits the vintage-leaning Bambino look.
- Blue leather strap, 21 mm lugs: factory strap matches the dial; 21 mm is a common size if you swap straps later.
- Honest everyday water resistance: 30 metres — fine for rain and hand washing, not for swimming or showering.
Who it suits
Buyers hunting an Orient Bambino with a darker dial than white or cream classics, or anyone who wants a Japanese automatic dress watch under a mid-range budget. If you already like Bambino Version 2 / Classic Roman-numeral pieces, RA-AC0024L is the navy option in that family rather than a diver or field watch.
Technical specifications
- Brand / collection: Orient Bambino Classic
- Reference / SKU: RA-AC0024L (also listed as RA-AC0024L30B)
- Movement: Orient calibre F6724 automatic; hand-winding; hacking seconds; approx. 40-hour power reserve; 22 jewels
- Case: Stainless steel, 40.5 mm diameter
- Thickness: Approx. 12–12.3 mm
- Lug-to-lug: Approx. 46.5 mm
- Lug width: 21 mm
- Crystal: Domed mineral glass
- Dial: Navy blue with applied Roman numeral markers; date window at 3 o’clock
- Strap: Blue leather with buckle
- Water resistance: 30 metres / 3 bar (splash and rain only)
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
Frequently asked questions
What movement does the Orient Bambino RA-AC0024L use?
It uses Orient’s in-house calibre F6724. The movement is automatic, can be hand-wound, and hacks (seconds stop when the crown is pulled for setting). Expect around 40 hours of power reserve when fully wound.
Is the RA-AC0024L sapphire crystal?
No. This Bambino Classic uses a domed mineral crystal, which is standard for the model line. Older or generic product copy sometimes mislabels it as sapphire — the correct crystal type is mineral.
What is the water resistance of the Orient Bambino RA-AC0024L?
30 metres. That covers rain and hand washing. It is not a dive watch and should not be worn swimming, showering, or in a spa.
Is the RA-AC0024L suitable as an everyday dress watch?
Yes for office, commuting, and smart-casual wear. The navy dial is less formal than pure white dress dials but still reads as a classic Bambino. Keep water exposure light and wind it if it sits still for a couple of days.
How does RA-AC0024L compare to other Bambino Classics?
It shares the same ~40.5 mm F6724 Roman-numeral case architecture as siblings such as the beige RA-AC0025N. Choose RA-AC0024L for navy dial and blue leather; choose lighter dials if you want a brighter dress look.
Where can I buy the Orient Bambino RA-AC0024L in Australia?
Chronospride stocks the RA-AC0024L for Australian delivery. Authentic stock, inspected before dispatch. Free shipping Australia-wide on eligible orders. Covered by Chronospride’s 12 months warranty, handled by our team. See our authenticity and warranty page.
Authentic stock, inspected before dispatch. Free shipping Australia-wide on eligible orders. Covered by Chronospride’s 12 months warranty, handled by our team. See our authenticity and warranty page.
| Brand | Orient |
|---|---|
| Gender | Men's |
| Band-Material | Leather |
| Case-Material | Stainless Steel |
| Movement | Automatic Self-Winding |
| Case-Size | 46.5mm |
| Calibre | F6724 |
| Case-Colour | Silver |
| Face-Colour | Navy blue |
| Watch-Shape | Round |
| Water-Resistance-Rating | 30m |
