Head to head
Laco vs Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0807R
Two automatic watches from different brands, €20 apart, recorded at Tempus on 12 November 2026.
What the spec sheets say
The Laco leads on 3 points (price at our check, crystal and water resistance), the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0807R on 0.
- Choose the Laco if you want to pay less (a €20 gap), you want a crystal that resists scratches better and you want more margin against water.
- Choose the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0807R if you prefer its brand or its design: the spec sheet gives it no edge.
Line by line
CriterionLacoOrient
Price at our check€390Advantage€410
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
CalibreLaco 2S—
CrystalSapphireAdvantageMineral
Water resistance50 mAdvantage30 m
Diameter42 mm42 mm
Comparison based on the retailer’s spec sheets, without handling the watches. Criteria with no objective winner (diameter, calibre) are left undecided.
Questions
Short answers
Which is cheaper, the Laco or the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0807R?
The Laco, at €390 against €410 at our check on 12 November 2026.
Which is more water-resistant?
The Laco, water-resistant to 50 m against 30 m.
Do they have the same crystal?
No. The Laco has a sapphire crystal, the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0807R a mineral one.