I love that there will never be 2 watches that are the exact same, and who doesn’t like the fact that Oris is making an effort to help in ocean conservation.
I think it’s fantastic. I’m happy that Oris are still putting out watches with Selitta based movements at more affordable price points too. Great enthusiast brand. You want steel, they’ve got you. Bronze no problem. Tungsten bezel, no worries. Recycled ocean plastics, yup. In house movements, absolutely. Great work Oris.
@@erickobetitsch6055 yes that’s true but compared to the seiko 5 I had before it I’m happy with the upgrade for an affordable price I got what I payed for if I payed the full 3500 I get the real 400 cal so I’m my eyes they have something for everyone in the aquis line if you like the style to begin with
I think the decision to go with the caliber 733 was to keep the price low and enable more sales.. possibly demonstrating Oris’ intent to upcycle as much as possible (in addition to not making it a limited addition) 🙂 Thank you for a great review!
For a brand that gives a consumer what we actually ask for materials and features wise, has a rich history, and makes a fantastic tool watch, Oris is seriously underrated in America.
@@gbsailing9436 there are a large number of small Swiss watch makers but most people have never heard of them and I will admit the have very limited distribution outside Europe.
Its actually good to see Oris is still offering the Sellita movements in this one, not everyone who is interested in the environmental conservation effort is a watch enthusiast, and by offering this watch with the Sellita movement and therefore a lower price, Oris is able to offer this to a larger audience.
That's lovely and (literally) unique; and you're right about the movement, but that would definitely move the price point. I'd wear it. The recycled dial is quite the statement.
It’s a beautiful watch, only overshadowed by your own, and suits you well. I love your new format. The lighting, editing and your sincere, in depth introspect on watches makes you my number 1 viewed watchthusiast channel. Enjoy!
This honestly looks absolutely perfect for me. Now just need to sell my entire collection to buy one 🤣. But it's beautiful and that dial is so eye catching. They definitely knocked it out of the park, not sure if I still prefer the 65 though.
I wish I never got involved with expensive watches. All of a sudden I realized I could have bought a very nice car for the price of my watches. Just stupid.
i just acquired a aquis date relief with the anthricite dial......the bracelet is amazing. it's not as blingy as bracelets with polished center links. this watch surpasses my expectations and opened my eyes up to oris. they have a horological history yet they are not afraid to take some chances!
İt's a lovely watch, love the idea of each dial being different. The only issues I see is that they're not true dive watches as there are no minute markers on the bezel for resurfacing timing, there must be a minimum of 20 minutes of individual minute markers for a true dive watch. This is a decorative bezel only. I don't think they invisage anyone actually diving with these watches. Even though we use dive computers, the watch is still an important failsafe and backup, but it should have a divers bezel. The smaller one, though a great fashion diver style watch it's a bit too small over a wetsuit. It would look like a tiddly wink on your wrist. As for the older movement on the other one, I suppose they have a lot of them sitting on a shelf somewhere so this is how they get to use them rather than wasting them. The power reserve is excellent.
I do like that each dial is different. Some may command a higher resale value due to the combination and placement of colors. Your title led me to believe you didn't like your new purchase but I'm glad that you did.
That beauty really fits you well, Jenni! Love that Oris do release their watches regularly in different sizes without compromising the core features of a watch (water resistance, design, clasp etc.). I own the 39mm "Clean Ocean Limited Edition" with the same material / structure just on the back of the watch and the beautiful aquamarin blue dial! Oris is still awesome value for money if you ask me. In terms of build quality and finish they're up to Omega levels imho. Enjoy!
It's not exactly my colour palette, I'm not a fan of coloured dials. But I absolutely adore the concept, and the execution looks fantastic. It's the kind of thing that some people could call a gimmick, but it actually serves an ecological purpose and gives the watches uniqueness.
Great look at this super cool release, and good choice with the purchase. This is much cooler than the case back version they released. I understand the desire for the Caliber 400, but I'm appreciative they they kept it more affordable. I'm personally more likely to buy a "fun" watch if it's more affordable. I also point to the new Hodinkee Oris Diver 65 release with that Caliber. At US $3,800, some of the complaints I saw from a new owner are just unacceptable at the price point. When at that level, the Tudors come into play, and I know there is no question on their quality. At that point, the only advantage to the Oris is the limited quantity, in my opinion. Obviously that's all some need to spend a lot of money, but I will note it didn't sell out instantly.
YAY, Jenni giving Oris some love, fantastic, I have several Oris watches, fantastic value for money, have more expensive and similar priced watches which are NOT as good quality... even with their new calibre 400 in-house movement it doesn't add too much to the price either... Maybe it's time for a new Oris methinks :)👏👍
the "unique" dial concept is really cool. For anyone who is familiar with the video game Counter Strike: Global Offensive, we have this in-game gun skin with a randomly generated variants called "Case Hardened" which features similar base burnt titanium design but some lucky people gets a hand on some rare and unique variants like a full blue variant or a variant with a mickey mouse pattern on it. And those sometimes are re sold for a slightly higher price. Maybe in watch community it's not the best thing because it condones people to focus on controlling the resell market and not enjoying the watches but if it's a one off thing, it can be like this cool treasure hunt thing where people can search for their very own personalized variants.
I love it 😍. Congrats on the purchase. Definitely one you’ll want to pick up in person and compare with the ones they’ve got in store. Personally I’d like it in 43mm. The Aquis does wear smaller and the 43mm wears like a 41mm. Plus with a dial this beautiful I’d want it to be as large as possible. I hope they release it in the larger size.
Very nice looking watch. To my way of thinking this watch doesn't really do anything for the environment as the amount of plastic required for decorating watch dials isn't much. But, it might be a place to start and that's a good thing! I think I would buy it just on its appearance.
This watch is going to be collectable someday, and you the mother of Aquis Trash. Bold modern diver; can't be mistaken for a Rolex, homage or a 60/70 inspired diver. Looks and is big, but with curves in right places (like a Rolls Royce Phantom) it just doesn't wear big. And grey bezel works best with that special Aquis lugs/band. I was at AD last month looking at Cotton Candy Bronze, Cherry Red Aquis and green Aquis 400, but ended up with Aquis Relief because that grey just works, and so comfortable despite of big presence.
My wife really likes this watch and wants one. We went to our AD and although she liked the particular dial on that watch, it wasn't the colors she wants. She wants more primary colors so that it will go with more clothes! So we're going to wait on the next one to come in!
If my raise and bonus come through I am going to buy this watch although the green version. It's a very cool concept using recycled plastic form the ocean to make a divers watch and it making every single one unique is also very cool.
Adding the Calibre 400 will also add about $1500 - $1800 to the price. Would it be as successful at the higher price? At the higher price I would also like to see a Quick Release bracelet and a tool free micro adjust on the clasp.
Oris is such a cool watch brand 😎 amazing build quality, reliability and value. Hope they keep making these types of models cleaning the ocean. Also what UV torch do you use?
Love it. Especially when all of these peaces will be different. Oris is doing something original and this is what we need. To many homage, copy, old models etc. in the market.
My take is this watch is not using enough recycled plastic. I also have a feeling that the colors we see on the dial are dyed in some way to make them look more presentable, before mixing them into a marble pattern. It would be not very sellable if they colors are just like floating trash on the ocean. I hope ORIS or other watch companies would make a watch with the entire case and bracelet with this kind of material and sell them for charity purposes.
Regarding this not having the calibre 400 movement in it, the cal 400 has a diameter of 30mm, about 5mm bigger than the Selitta SW200-1, so it may not fit in to a 36mm case!
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Agree that this is a beautiful watch. Oris is great job not only environmentalism but celebration of amazing people with their limited edition watches such as the Big Crown Roberto Clemente. I have three Oris watches and have been delighted with their design, quality and durability.
Very pretty watch, but like you, I don’t understand why Oris didn’t put their in-house movement into the watch. Maybe they will in the future, and if they do, then they will have a really nice watch that I would very much consider buying.
It's a trash! Everytime I saw someone review Aquis on whatever version my heart melted. The cal 400 is a bit too expensive for me but I will always owned an Oris. Such a great history
Nice watch... I like it too. Can't wait to check out the 41mm on my wrist. I think they wrote down the case back is mineral glass not sapphire crystal.
I'm over the moon you made a video on this and got one for yourself! I was obsessed with it the minute I saw the announcement but I wasn't sure if I was going to see videos on it and I love your reviews so it was a perfect match 🥰
Hi Jenni, all Oris Aquis have SW movements except the Regulateur Meistertaucher which has the in-house movement, and it has still 38h reserve. But maybe their website is not updated, idk?
I agree with you. I just want watch companies to build beautiful watches. I do not need to feel like I am saving the planet. The 1/100 th of an ounce of garbage in that dial isn’t changing anything.
@@erickobetitsch6055 The carbon footprints to make that dial from plastic is probably causing more damage than good. It's all a marketing gimmick, this just further prove they have no intention to 'Change for the Better'.
@@cctc788 You read my mind. The carbon footprint to manufacture that dial likely creates more harm than good. Also, this watch has a 38 hour power reserve. Really? The company put effort into a garbage virtue signaling dial, but spec a 38 hour power reserve movement? What a load of crap. But I am sure some eco-conscious idiot will buy this and show everyone his dial at the party and claim he is doing his part to save the world. Double face palm with a head shake.
Thanks for the great video! I watched this when it came out and just ordered myself an upcycle yesterday. I couldn't stop thinking about it. So excited!
I LOVE these! I go vintage for budget AND for sustainability reasons, so its exciting to see something sustainable that I'd feel good about getting new from an AD. And the size spread too. A big yes
Does the case look bigger on a strap or on a bracelet? Ive got a 39,5mm aquis on a bracelet. The intergrated bracelet makes the case look smaller to me somehow.
I’m concerned about how this watch (particularly the dial) will age over time. I mean it’s made of plastic. How will it age? It’s a dive watch that will live its life in the sun. How long until the dial begins to warp? What happens if I leave it in my car for a few hoursunder the summer sun? I appreciate brands taking risk, but this isn’t it for me, despite the beauty of the dial.
My 41.5 mm version has a dial that has just a few colors. The top half of the dial is almost solid. Does not jump out at you like the watch that you have. Still unique. 👌
Looks great, something a bit different, I think I might have to get the 41.5mm version. As for the movement I have this in my big crown pointer date bronze and I have no issue with it when your wearing it the power reserve doesn't really matter.
You'll get bonus entertainment value if you look at the dial while on shrooms or other psychedelics. Kidding aside, it's a cool and noble concept that can start a sub community within the brand itself... See who has the coolest and most unique dial color/pattern/texture. Will like to see if anyone spots animals, faces or other forms which could be reinterpreted.
First of all congratulations on the new watch in the collection. I too have an Aquis so we both have the same taste, unfortunately though I bought mine in 2017 just after they had updated it (tapered bracelet and Aquis on the dial) and it only came in the 43.5mm case. Since then of course your size and my sweet spot the 41mm, just wish I could do a swap mine for it. Mine is the black/blue dial date which I prefer to yours I think, when the plastics were on the reverse it made more sense to me. Been honest I rarely wear it as it’s a bit big and all that polish on a diver is a cross between kinda tooly and dressy. I may part ways with mine in the future but in the meantime wear it more and try to rekindle the love.
Love this watch and likewise glad available in 36.5 as I prefer smaller watches. Im a bit worried lovely dial being plastic may fade to a bleached boring colour in time by exposure to sunlight. Thanks
I just LOVE Oris. They are my favourite watch brand, followed by (Grand) Seiko. That has mostly to do with their philosophy regarding the environment, and their innovations. But also because of their design and lack of pretentiousness. I own an Aquis Relief (with the red rubber strap and grey sunburst dial) but I think this piece of trash will at some point join my collection too, as my third Oris. 😍 Congrats with this beauty Jenni.
I think it was probably the better choice to use the Sellita-based movement; the movement allows Oris to offer it at a more attainable price. The in-house calibre would have added at least $1,000 to the price. The lower price point makes it an easier decision for collectors, and I'm not sure how many "one watch" people would pick this as their one and only watch. Plus, if this watch is successful, then Oris can release a "limited edition" with the in-house movement at a later time.
