Wed 1 Feb 2012
Introducting the Oris Aquis Diver Line
Posted by The Breitling Source under New Watch Models , Oris[3] Comments
Oris has revamped the Diver line with new Ceramic Bezels and updated cases. The new Aquis line features Stainless Steel Cases and Sapphire crystal and water resistances to 300m. They have added screwed-in crown guards for an extra touch of sophistication and a bit of faceting on the lugs as well. Nice looking pieces that update the look while still remaining quintessentially Oris in design.
There are two sizes available, a full size mens model at 43mm and a women’s sized model at 36mm. They are also available in two colors: Black and Blue. The photos appear to make the ceramic bezel insert on the blue model look glossy, while the ceramic bezel insert on the black model looks to have a brushed finish. Nice distinguishing features I think.
The watches continue with the integral style bracelets with an option for rubber as well. I like that they don’t have the rounded cushion sides that the older TT1 style had. I think that was my biggest dislike of the previous case. While I owned a couple and did really like them, the rounded case sides eventually started to bother me. Retail on the 43mm model is about $1,900US and $1,850 for the 36mm.
Specs:
Case Size: 43mm or 36mm
Dial Colors: Blue or Black
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Strap: Stainless or Rubber
Movement: Selitta SW-200
February 5th, 2012 at 8:55 am
i love the omega chronographs!
February 6th, 2015 at 7:03 am
Not sure about Oris quality….. I have purchased Oris Aquis Red Limited Edition (£1320) but the things didn’t go well for me 🙁 I love the watch, but the first one was with defected bezel, which I was waiting for 3 weeks to be repaired and in the end the store issued a replacement, but the replacement has a mark on the anti reflective coating on the inside of sapphire glass, Im keeping the second one anyway but Oris must take care with their manufacturing processes. Overall, I probably won’t purchase other Oris watches and would recommend anyone to be extra careful and do a proper inspection before buying Oris.
February 6th, 2015 at 11:14 am
That’s unfortunate. I haven’t owned any Oris watches produced in the past 2 years or so but the ones that I have bought prior to that have been very good.