It's Back! - Oris Aquis 39.5mm Review - Is It Still The Best Swiss Automatic Dive Watch Under $2000?
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2018
- Long time Gentry members will know of my special love affair with the Oris Aquis dive watch. After owning several of them, sadly they ultimately proved too big despite the highly original and lovable design.
Regrettably I sold my smaller 40mm version not knowing that particular medium version of the now dated previous line was very difficult to replace. However, the Aquis will always hold a very special place in my heart, as it opened a gateway into the world of more affordable Swiss brands that I was previously unaware of. It was a refreshing change from the tried and tested go-to dive watch options from Omega, Rolex, and entry level Seiko. What impressed me was the quality, the luxurious finishing, unpretentious and unique style, but above all the fun it provided for the price.
After years of waiting in vain for a return to a smaller scale, Oris have finally come to their senses and released a more classic 39.5mm sized version that enables the Aquis to now be enjoyed by a wider audience. But what has changed apart from the size? Today I try out and review this 2018 release. The reference 01 733 7732 4124 MB is perhaps the a most quintessential version of the Aquis including a date and black dial. However, the question remains - is it still king of the entry level automatic dive watches from $1000 to $2000?
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TGV, these intros are just out of this world! I was on the edge of my seat with this one, great job with the whole video, thanks TGV!
Thank so much for your honest and unbiased watch reviews. I have always loved watches but have never stepped into the realms of collecting them. You have inspired me to start doing just that. I have been toying between an Oris and Tudor as a first step, but because of the unique design of the Oris Aquis I am going to purchase the Aquis as my first step onto the luxury watch ladder. I tried it on and fell in love with the Aquis, I really can’t thank you enough for your inspiration, keep up the great reviews.
This was, and remains an interesting examination of the brand during a period of ascent. Oris continues to rise and build upon the brand. The Aquis date in titanium is a vibe.
Great review TGV, you are opening my eyes to watch brands I would not have considered in the past. Keep up the good work.
Thank you David, hearing that makes it all worth it.
Enjoy the journey,
Best regards,
TGV
Thanks for this review, on the basis of which I've just increased my Oris collection. 43mm, grey dial, green bezel. Loving it!
Awesome intro TGV! They keep getting better and better.. Love this ORIS, what a watch.
Thank you Rishi,
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TGV
Really nice watch, nice to see smaller watches getting more popular! 36-39mm is the perfect size for a watch IMO
Jort I like 39-41
god yes, I cant wear anything above maybe 41 mm because of my spaghetti wrist
Yeah it depends completely on the wrist circumference. I have a fairly large wrist- I owned a 38.5 Sinn 550- it’s looked ridiculous. 41-44 for me works when it comes to dive watches like this.
@@mapledoodle5516 I have bought a Cristopher Ward c60 trident of 38mm because I like small watches , I find them more elegant, but I have to say it's even too small even if I have a small wrist (16.7/16.8 cm)
Another amazing intro! Always a superb choice in music. I look forward to them almost as much as the review.
The 39 looks good on your wrist. Great review! Cheers from Vancouver
Thank you Lliam :D
Always appreciated.
Best regards,
TGV
I have a vintage Oris racing watch... very great brand and I cant wait to watch this review!!!
Awesome review. Honest, genuine and heartfelt. That’s what makes your videos such addictive viewing. Simply the best. More with Federico please as they are the best. A big thumbs up from Manchester, England. All the best.
Just received my first Carl Friedrik item thanks to your previous video. Tip top man.
Another great review TGV, and another amazing Oris too! They're really knocking them out of the park at the moment!
You are the man my friend! Love the Oris Aquis and The Urban Gentry! Keep up the incredible work sir!
You are my favorite channel to follow! You are really good in what you do and love your enthusiasme. Keep it up mate!
The Oris and specifically the Aquis, is one i would love to have in my collection. A badass. Great value for money!
I am deeply honored and very much appreciated.
Thank you my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
What a timepiece TGV. Looking into Oris divers myself, such as the one with a bronze bezel.
Great video. Really like the watch. Especially the attention to detail on the clasp shows the quality of the whole watch:)
Even after my great collection purge - I have managed to hold on to my 43mm Aquis DLC - my weekend warrior watch. Brilliant review my friend - I can hear the excitement and nostalgia in your voice.
Thank you my friend. 43mm DLC, VERY NICE!!!! The perfect "weekend warrior", I like that phrase.
Best regards,
TGV
Yes sir - love the blacked out look - shares weekend wrist time with my new mini-Turtle SRPC35K1
Awesome intro and review indeed. Finally a smaller size of Oris for gentries like you, sir. Really beautiful. :)
Best, Robert
Thank you Robert :D
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TGV
Hi TGV, another great video. I love the intro too! I’ve been following your channel for a while now and I love your work and the way you present content! Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much for reviewing this piece. I requested this review and is super pleased with it. Now I have to buy one myself, damn it TGV!
So glad to hear :D
I hope you go for it, you will not be sorry.
Thank you,
Best regards,
TGV
Ah the Oris aquis!! Couldn’t decide between this or the SMP300, finally went for the Omega... But now I think this could be the Oris I acquire!! Quality review Sir... Retro Urban Gentry Review!! Love it!! Well done TGV!! BMJ ENGLAND 👍
Very well made video man. Really a good piece. I saw it displayed at the mall just yesterday. I stood at the window looking at it for at least 5min. Really a beautiful watch ...a call to adventure.
My wrists are just like yours and I too prefer small sporty watches.thanks
Oris Aquis line is among my favorite dive watches thanks for another excellent review !!
Thank you Norm, very much appreciated.
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TGV
Wow! What a beautiful piece. Great review, as always. Your description is excellent and is almost like describing a lover. Lol. Your passion for watches is something else. Infectious. Hard to decide between Squale and Oris. Both excellent dive watches for the money. So great to know about these brands. Thanks for sharing. You are the best!
Thank you Stephen LOL
Always a pleasure my friend.
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TGV
You were imagining diving to the villain's underwater lair when you did that intro, weren't you? You little tinker.
Loving that mechanical Timex you're rocking!
Can't wait for your next intros compilation video. Think you did one during your last channel anniversary, and it was AMAZING!
As usual, incredible video! The lugs on the Oris are what make it special and original/unique. Oris is one of my favorite brands but sadly only have one so far (Titan C small hand). Love it! Love this channel, TGV is bringing back the gentlemen!
TGV, as ever an informative review of a classic brand as you said it looks futuristic in its design, but its also very retro at the same time and if I could afford it, it would certainly be on my wrist.
Great review as always. I've just got the green/green in 39.5mm and absolutely love it. It's my second Oris. I also have the Big Crown Pointer Date. Love the fact that I can't change the strap too easily (mines on the rubber) as I can never decide which strap looks best, which drives me nuts, and am always changing them on other watches. Keep up the great reviews. 😊
Your best intro ever, and there’s been a lot of them...auguri!
Thank you Paulo :D
Best regards,
TGV
Oris is a brand that I like. They are getting better & better especially they starting to have their own moment. They have their own identity in certain design. Proud to say I own one of their watches. Good review TGV!!!
Definitely in my wish list. Great video TGV.
I just bought a used Oris BC3 Advanced Day Date. Love at first site. Great review - as always!
Phenomenal introduction!! Once again great review!
Thank you Roger :D
Best regards,
TGV
Music choice (the pusher) was so good to hear!
You get extra points for using "The Pusher" in the intro!
Another great review TGV. I myself is looking at the limited edition Aquis Hammerhead. They really make great dive watches. Thanks for the fantastic review!
Thank you Sebastian, Oh my, that Hammerhead is the business!!!
Wear it with pride my friend, it's a stunner.
Best regards,
TGV
Fantastic watch but small for bigger men. I have the Aquis MK1 in 43.5mm with stainless bracelet. It's a stunning piece and fits my 7.5" wrist and 6'3" height perfectly. Thanks for the comprehensive review.
We need a review of that new Oris Big Crown with the Blue Dial from Basel World 18. That thing is a BEAUTY!
Hi TGV!
Great review! I still remember the first review you did of this watch years ago. It’s a great watch for everyday use.
Best regards,
Darko
Darko!!!
Of course, and I remember you.
It seems like only yesterday, thank you for your loyal viewership, it means the world to me.
I hope you are well my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
The perfect dimensions 👌🏼. Excellent job by Oris. Hopefully more brands take note. Will be selling my Mako USA ii for this when the price comes down a bit.
Great review...got my eye on one of these. Lots of colour variations which is nice to see.
Yes! I knew The Pusher would have been perfect for your intros!
As for the Oris, I especially like its character: understated yet original.
Thank you again Luca for the recommendation , it was a pleasure to work with that track.
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TGV
Shouldn't he have saved that for a chronograph review?
Awesome video TGV! The Aquis is certainly a great dive watch and it's nice to see it being offered in a size under 40mm.
Thank you Alex :D
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TGV
Terrific review! Oooh, the Aquis. I am a passionate supporter of independent watch makers, & I’ve been wanting to add an Oris to my, modest, collection for a long, long time. But nothing in their catalogue has ever quite suited me. Like you, scale has been the greatest obstacle. I love the Aquis & the 2018 release of the 39mm is, for me, a game changer. I’m just hoping to see the reintroduction of their unique blue with color matched bezel or the green or brown offered in 39mm before I decide to pull the trigger. Here’s hoping.
Great video and very interesting to read all the comments on sub 40mm dive watches. Its seems many people like dive watches (myself included) under 40mm yet many watch manufacturers seem slow to respond.
Awesome review as always. Thank you. My favorite diver watch :)
Love the intro👌 brilliant review as always tristano.
This is on my list! Great review as always 🙏
yeah, the good old TGV review. Great job sir!
Great intro wow. And awesome review. Such a cool watch :)
I was looking at the larger Oris as a dressy diver, but the the size put me off in the end. Instead I've gone for the Sinn 104, which is coming this week. I watched the Urban Gentry review several times, and fell in love..........with the Sinn!!!!!! Can't wait! Thanks again TGV!
Some day I hope to add this Oris to my humble collection as my Grail watch😍🙏😁
Such a beautiful piece ! I love brush cases so much, it give an very aggressive touch to it !
Great video ! :)
Very true indeed.
Thank you Bonny,
Best regards,
TGV
The "kippers knickers"; love it!
Been waiting for your take on the smaller Aquis. I'm thinking of getting the grey dial with titanium case and bracelet as a replacement of sorts of the Hammerhead which was too large and thick for my wrists. As the owner of both the Staghorn Restoration and the Aquis Tiger, I love the Aquis series and am looking forward to it. Thanks once again, TGV.
A VERY pleasant and authoritative review!
Great intro TGV, soundtrack spot on. Kudos to Oris overall for their accomplishments, but this model is too clean and small for me. Good luck in your acquisitions. Onward Gentry.
I am loving my Oris Aquis Date in 43mm. The bracelet and blue sunburst really pops in natural light.
What a coincidence, earlier today was cruising Oris Line (Diver 65, 40m) and almost hit the buy button (under $1300 NY Grey). Hesitated due to DLC coated Bezel, so need to see it in person. Love the retro dial and they finally got around to a standard 20m lug. Just can't go with an integrated band (NO NO). Any diver at $2k makes me jump to a Seamaster ($2800 at my go to NY shop), but that's the max I will roll the dice with in the Grey World. Great to see you, TGV, this Sunday afternoon. Kindest Regards, JP
It’s pretty much the most beautiful watch I’ve ever seen. 😍
I know what you mean. I've had the gray dial with orange markers and tungsten bezel with black ruber straps and orange straps for about 5yrs and I love it. It's one of my favorite watch, goes with anything and not to flashy yet very stylish.
Ive actually acquired this on the bracelet! Its an amazing chunky bracelet that proves tool watches can be smaller.
Great review on my favourite channel. Thank you TGV.
Thank you Viatcheslav, very kind of you to say, I am honored.
Best regards,
TGV
Great review again,just starting my watch adventure with a Hamilton broadway....really enjoy your videos
TGV, I picked up the Aquis Hammerhead limited edition recently and can't get it off my wrist! Love it! I would have taken the Hammerhead in a 43mm if available, but couldn't go past the design, and at 45mm it just sneaks inside my upper limit, with a 7.25 inch wrist. Loving Oris!
Sweet watch! I just pre-ordered the new Oris Sixty Five bronze bezel in 36mm and can't wait to get my hands on it! Hope to see you do a review of that one ;)
Great video. Gorgeous watch. 38-40mm is my definite sweet spot.
Thank you Michael,
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TGV
I just sold my 43mm on eBay the other day because of its size, it just no longer did it for me because of the bulky feeling on my 6 1/2 wrist. I did miss its unique modern design especially now in days where everyone is doing vintage-style divers watches. I love that this Oris Aquis has a modern diver watch that can't find anywhere at this price point and at this incredible size is a must-buy for me.
I'm digging the Timex on your wrist especially with that blue strap. Beautiful
when I see that Timex it reminds me of my own reasonably priced vintage watches.
Hmt pilot watches look like the Timex. And my Omega 1954 with the 266 handwinding movement.
Superb review Gentry, I am going to grab one, 43mm, cool
Nice video, Tristano!
I honestly can't decide between the beautiful bracelet or that strap!
Dynamite intro! Great watch! It has the same look/styling (imo) of a Sub or Tudor B.B. for less $$$. Your reviews are always so informative - it is a little disappointing about the strap options.
Brilliant into,best one yet,love the tune as well,class!
Great review and pictures of the watch
The first "real" watch I got was the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date. I was a student and could not really afford one...but I got one 😊. I still have this watch and the brand has a special place in my heart too and even if i wear it not often. I will never sell.
I like Oris. Thank you for showing this particular one, sir. 👍
EU supporter I have a question regarding the Pointer Date. Does the date hand snap to the next date numeral, or is it a smooth sweep?
Also, why not wear it? Watches are made to be worn!
If I remember correctly it snaps to the next date
Yes it snaps 👍
Smaller watches of these styles are really really elegant.I have a 46mm which I consider to be way too big
Wow..."the pusher" from stepenwolf! !!! Well done sir! Very impressed
It just had to be done right?! ;-)
Thank you Adam, glad to hear you appreciate that amazing tune too.
Best regards,
TGV
Oris will do well with this one. Cheers mate, great review.
Hopefully! They really deserve it.
So glad you agree.
Thank you Shawn,
Best regards,
TGV
I'm verry happy to see Oris making a smaller size watch!! :)
I could not agree more, thank you Daan,
Best regards,
TGV
Love the intro great job tgv, keep up the good work!
Thank you Devin, will do! :D
Best regards,
TGV
Great Video as always, 39 mm is spot on,The kippers Knickers !
Thanks for the video. Awesome watch from an awesome brand. If you had to choose TGV, which would you go for: this Aquis or the Divers 65? Thanks.
Great video my friend! I really like the look of the Aquis dial. There's a couple things that throw me off and that's the SW 200 and the lug design. Changing straps is fun and despite it's performance, I'd still still rather have the ETA 2824-2. Cheers.
It really is handsome watch. I’ve mentioned I’m saving for one and as soon as saw the pic of that sun burst green dial version, I almost started drooling. I also like the Sinn. Ahh, first world problems😎
awesome brand... been learning more about Oris recently as I'm debating selling my Sinn 104 (as I have a one out, one in policy with my collection). Glad to see you like Oris
How does this Oris compare to the Sinn 104. Im thinking between those too.
Great review on the new Aquis.
I'll just say this about the proprietary lugs.. It IS a particular design feature and to be honest there are many watches with integrated lug design that make the overall watch design look good... well, cause strap and case looked interlocked. It's a detail that you just won't get in most other watches that have a full lug opening to allow swap options of any kind.
I think the AP Royal Oak you've been toying in your brain over recently is another prime example of such integrated lug designs.
That being said, the fact you are greatly limited to whatever strap option Oris has for you to change and work with these sort of lugs is a downer for those who like to mix up the watch's character with whatever strap options we can find and buy for a watch. That cannot be had here.
This, and just about all Oris's, look like incredible watches for the money. And, I think for those who want to keep their watch collecting.. or at least the watch options clear and simple, this would be a great choice.
There is something liberating inherent to having a very limited selection.. you know what you have and you can just where it as is without fussing about what strap options you feel like mixing it up with for the day.. which I find myself spending some time in the morning, or at night, mix matching to find something I want to wear together.
Great review! ... cant believe you let that beautiful grey dial go though old boy!, but "hindsight" as they say. The screws are "tri-point" drive screws I believe.
Thanks for this TGV... 👍 Great info...
The 43 in black would fit my 7 1/2 inch wrist. Love the fact that Oris only makes mechanical watches. Great video once again TGV.
Thank you Jay, it certainly is a cool! Now you mention it, I respect them even more.
Best regards,
TGV
Great introduction of a great timepiece.
The kippers' knickers! Love it!
Great video again tgv and I'm eyeing on this watch right now! Just a question related to the bracelet version of the aquis 39.5mm. Have you come across of the bracelet of the watch and if so what's opinion on it? Thank you very much!
Spot on review TGV...however I do find the Aquis a bit dull & I must say any of the Stowa Seatime or Pro diver line knock it into a cocked hat for a lot less cash.
Amazing video! I enjoyed it.
Great intro. Sounds like Steppenwolf "The Pusher". Love Oris. It's refreshing to see great brands linked this going back to smaller diameters. I may have to get an Oris for the collection. Really love the compressor case model. I really want the 65. This model is fantastic. It looks tough as nails. Off topic, but, have you seen the Squale with the integral depth gauge? Stunning. Brilliant video as always.
Thank you Steve for the heads up, I have not seen that Squale yet! :D
Best regards,
TGV
If that wasn't 'The Pusher. It was stolen. The intros are arguably the highlight of these posts. This watch is what Oris needed. This size will be the standard. It is the perfect size, and an individual look. Good on them.
Oh yeah, 2824 represents the best value in most entry level watches. Definitely nothing to sneer at. They are the Chevy 350 of movements. There are millions of them, for a very good reason.
Phenomenal video as always!
Have you got any video for students and best watches for school college etc. it would.really help as am traying to choose a watch
Thank you sir, great idea and I am in fact working on something like that. Stay tuned, I will have something aimed at that age group soon. May I ask what you budget roughly please?
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TGV
The Urban Gentry I wanted to ask a similar question. Do you think a Sinn 104 (or something similar in this range) is too much for a student in his early twenties?
Thought about a Khaki mechanical too, but I am not someone who buys and sells watches, I would keep it forever (or even lots of years) my current watch is a Certina DS Action (and sometimes gshock DW56) my budget is about 1000€ but max 1500 €
The Urban Gentry Hi sir it really depends on the school rank and y that I mean high school, school, college, university. I am currently in my last year of high school so therefore an watch under 100 would be good but I have seen people wearing over that price point Armani watches and I was tempted to get one of those but I knew it was not a good watch and I could have got a much better instead of those mass produced Armani bit in college it's ok to get even a more pricy watch but I would predominantly say that under 100 would be a good price point. I would also like say thank you for reading my comment and helping
Beautiful cinematogrophy, Beautiful Watch
Hell of an intro!
Thank you Kenny :D
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TGV
Love it, so pleased they've gone under 40mm.