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Help needed with movement ID

Dear all,
I have this old tri-star and would like to buy it a new movement.
Pls help me ID it and also is it possible to purchase such a mvnt on AliExpress?
Stamped on the back cover: EM5X-CO
Printed on the dial: JAPAN TH EM5X-000T
Thank you kindly …

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A beginner’s question about a puzzling Orient “Calendar” (Ref. 469WB1-80)

H everyone,
I'm completely new to the world of vintage watches but have recently caught the bug and I'm trying to learn. I've tried searching the forums for this specific issue but couldn't find anything, so my apologies if this has…

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Vintage Orient Quartz

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New model announced, Orient Stretto

Orient just announced a new model under the Contemporary line called "Stretto". They're presenting a few time and date references, some solar references, and limited editions of "day and night" (aka sun and moon) and open heart…

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Vintage Orient 1961 Movement – Replacement Balance

Looking for a compatible balance wheel, and hairspring for a 1961 movement. Part numbers or suggested suppliers. Documentation on the balance staff length – pivot to pivot would also be helpful. If this movement is compatible with another movements. I…

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modding – display case mod for bambino, is it possible?

hey all. just bought the amazingly gorgeous Bambino, but my only criticism is that it doesn’t show off its movement. does anyone know if there is a display-case back for sale out there that would fit onto the Bambino?
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New Orient models in Brazil – 41mm Field watches

Orient have released some "Sport Land" models that I stumbled upon yesterday:

A very classic field wat…

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Inquiry: Orient Bambino Watch Crown

Hi All,

I have a crown question regarding an Orient Bambino Version 2 Small Seconds, 38.4mm, Watch (RA-AP0105Y30B) that I recently purchased.

To summarize, when winding the watch and rotating the crown towards me it feels buttery smooth. However, whe…

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Show off your Mako/Rays

Seiko 007/009 & Citizen NY0040/0045 owners are showing theirs off, so why not Makos and Rays?
I know that there is a thread for showing Orient mods, but what if you want to show your stock ones.
All welcome, stock or modified.
I'll get the bal…

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Orient Mako 40mm – RA-AC0Q01B

Hi,

I was wondering if someone knows where to buy a replacement bezel for this watch?
Or if you know some other brand bezels that would fit this model ?

Best/ Y

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