Head to head
LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette vs Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y
Two automatic watches from different brands, €30 apart, recorded at Tempus on 12 November 2026.
What the spec sheets say
The LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette leads on 2 points (crystal and water resistance), the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y on 1 (price at our check).
- Choose the LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette if you want a crystal that resists scratches better and you want more margin against water.
- Choose the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y if you want to pay less (a €30 gap).
Line by line
CriterionLipOrient
Price at our check€429€399Advantage
MovementAutomaticAutomatic
CalibreMiyota 8N24F6B24 avec remontage manuel
CrystalSapphireAdvantageMineral
Water resistance50 mAdvantage30 m
Diameter40 mm41.5 mm
Thickness13.6 mm14 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 LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette or the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y?
The Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y, at €399 against €429 at our check on 12 November 2026.
Which is more water-resistant?
The LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette, water-resistant to 50 m against 30 m.
Do they have the same crystal?
No. The LiP Himalaya 40mm Squelette has a sapphire crystal, the Orient Bambino v9 Sun&Moon RA-AK0803Y a mineral one.