This watch has really grown on me! - Oris Big Crown Pointer Date
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- Hi Guys,
Here is the review of the second watch that Oris lent me. The first was the Divers Sixty-Five with the Bronze bezel (link below), and now this is a hands on review of the new Oris Big Crown Pointer Date, with the bluey grey dial.
I was unsure about this watch at first, but now I love it!
As always, let me know what you think.
Oris Divers Sixty-Five hands on review:
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Love the date indicator - it’s like a countdown to payday.
😂😂😂 nice one
I love so many things about this watch. The vintage look, that there is a 36 mm version, the elegant but at the same time modern look. The green dial version would make a perfect fall watch!
Disagree about the hands, think they are a great feature and suit the aesthetic perfectly. love the font too, bang on!
It's a great watch but 5 ATM is somewhat below par. Anyway I hope to get one. I love the retro styling and colourways.
Yeah, the cathedral hands are perfect for this watch! As for the 50m WR, yes it could be better, but it is pretty much par for the course for an “aviation” style watch such as this. My favorite variation of the Pointer Date is the one with the red/burgundy lacquered dial.
I've been looking at Grand Seiko but I already have a dress watch (Omega DeVille) and a diver (Seamaster 41mm) and this watch is ticking a lot of boxes for me. Casual, unique date complication, clear case back, decent price. Damn. Good thing I don't have a significant other to explain my affliction to.
I just bought the Blue, 40mm Big crown pointer date because of this video. The great video resolution inspired me to purchase this as my first serious watch. It is simply gorgeous and feels great on the wrist.
Where did you buy it from?
The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date, is, I feel, their signature watch - in all its variations! Good review.
This is how watch enthusiasts should explore and and not Rolex and Seiko All the time. Good work.
Thanks buddy. I do enjoy getting hands on with other watches. There’s plenty of Rolex and seiko content out there already.
Well as you now need £5k to buy a Seiko new release everybody needs to be looking at these cheaper Swiss brands :)
Subtle TGV burn?
I need to stop looking at Oris watches. They make so many great looking ones, it's so tempting.
This a beautiful Pilot watch. It definitely surpasses some of the best German Pilot watches in its category i. e. Sinn especially for the price. Thanks Adrian.
I just bought the very same watch. It is amazing! I love the red date pointer, the bezel, the crazy "4" and the red rotor. Oris should keep these features on the Big Crown line...
The cathedral hands is the best part of the watch IMO. Thanks for the review!
just bought one and love it
Just picked up a vintage version. My first Oris. Long overdue.
Of all the watches that have come out in 2018, this one speaks to me: the color of the dial, the shape of the 4, the cathedral hands. I am very much in love with this piece. I am not a movement guy like many watch fans and I have an Aquis with a Sellita movement which I find more than competent. It just works for me. Well done.
I love that 1930's style.
Always saving up your vids, so I can watch them when I have the time to really enjoy them with a cup of coffee. This one was again worth the wait. I think this one goes on the list for my graduation piece. Really lovely
So glad you like them. And thanks for watching, especially with a coffee. Good luck with your graduation. 🍻
Seiko Alpinist hands, what a beautiful watch that Oris is. Nice to look at a brand I haven't given enough time to.
I love the limited edition green version: Oris Big Crown D.26 286 HB-RAG
Absolutely love the cathedral hands
I have only appreciated Oris traditionally, but this watch (for me) brings the brand back into my top 5. This color, style, and finish is outstanding. I simply love. I bought an Omega Seamaster back in 1999 and sold it. I have been wanting another mid-high end swiss watch since. Thanks in large part to your review I ordered one of these! Thank you!
I’m a big fan of this dial, I just wish they would bring back the 38mm version. I like the cathedral hands, since this iteration is more of a dress watch, though it does seem to have field watch roots.
I have a big crown from late 90's. They have changed a little... 36mm SS case is polished including lugs. Hands and red date pointer are the same. Real difference is the watch face which is silvered with a pattern engraved behind numbers 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 - 10 - 12 which are applied and plated like the gold hands. Movement is also based (modified) version of ETA 2824-2. Crown isn't screw down and the domed glass is plexiglass - no scratches and original. Although it does glow in the dark, the 12 markers are tiny. For me, the hands, details on the dial and of course the date pointer is the uniqueness (and charm too).
I have the blue cervo volante version in 38 mm with a strap made of deer leather. The longer I have it, the more I love it!
This is fast becoming my favourite watch channel on CZcams. Keep 'em coming Adrian, have watched the majority of your videos so far and you're doing a cracking job. All the best.
Thanks so much. That's really nice of you to say so. Thanks for watching. Cheers, Adrian
Bark and Jack Pleasure mate, catch you in the next one.
This is the most mesmerising watch I have ever seen. Tried it today at a dealer in Melbourne. Great review although IMO everything about it is perfect.
It is a cool piece. And I'm a big fan of the Oris, the brand.
I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on the 36mm bronze - thinking about one for the wife
i heard water resistance is negligible for a pilot. this watch is pretty dang cool.
I love these. Wish they had kept the Cresent shape for the date hand. I also wish they had kept some of the detailed faces of previous ones. Glad they have moved to a screw down crown and a saphire glass. I have an older one but could easily see myself getting one of these.
I'm starting to save to buy my first entry-level luxury watch, and I'm definitely getting the Oris Aquis, I don't know why but I identify myself with this brand like no other.
That's a great choice! I know what you mean about the brand. I feel a good connection too. They feel honest.
I had the same connection with Oris and my first real luxury watch was an Oris Divers Sixty-Five. I just love the retro look of that watch. Besides that, I also have an Oris Rectangular with a cream dial and roman numerals. Plan on picking up a Big Crown Pointer at some point in the future as well. Love Oris watches.
Michael L I just tried this watch (Big Crown Pointer Date blue) and man... it couldn’t be more beautiful.
Just purchased. Super excited.
I have the 80th anniversary edition in bronze, absolutely fantastic piece!
I think what you’re trying to describe the feel of the date hand is it snaps into place. Nice watch!👍
I’ve come back around to this brand, as they were recommended to me years ago. This watch in particular has caught my eye. I’m torn between this and the 65, brass bezel.
Prefer this one to the diver, but still dangerously close in price to a used IWC
Love Oris. The main problem with Oris though is choosing which watch to buy, they make so many damn nice ones!
Anyway, enjoying your videos (even though I can't stand coffee!) and subbed. Keep it up.
Thanks so much for Subbing and really glad you like the videos. Cheers, Adrian
Gotta love moving the bits.
It was cool being on the live stream with you, after watching your videos for long!
Had my eye on this since Basel - gorgeous looks. Came very close to going the green face limited edition on a recent trip, but the blue is just so perfect...certainly my next target. I may have made it difficult for myself by 'inadvertently' picking up the Baltic panda dial (limited to 100 pieces so not planned). One more watch can only work for so long with my wife!
I just picked one of these up. It's my first Automatic watch and I really love it. I'd initially begun looking at Oris's Diver 65, but the easily changeable straps where a big selling point, at least to me. I can easily dress this watch up or down by changing the band. I purchased the distressed leather as well as the stainless steel band, and feel pretty well equipped for any situation. It's really comfortable and not too flashy, but can look great with a pair of jeans or a pair of slacks with a quick change of band. Also, it looks a lot different in person than it does in pictures. I thought 40mm might be to big, but i have to agree with @BarkandJack that it looks more natural and comfortable on my wrist than expected. I still hope to get that 65 down the road, but for now am really loving my Pointer Date :) Thanks for the review, Best!
Dial and hands to die for!
Another excellent video! It’s a really handsome watch and personally, I like the hands. The date function is a good touch of “different”. Quick release bands are definitely the way to go, IMO.
Great showcase for a great watch! I wasn't interested in it as well when it came out. But over the time it growed on me and after I sold my first Oris I feel the need for another one. It should be something special and unique. And I think this one would tick the boxes! Thanks again for the great presentation.
No! I've been keeping an eye out for this watch at a good price for about 2 months now, you recommending this is now going to make that an even more difficult prospect....
So lovely that blue dial
This watch is... mouth watering. The colour of the case and how it combines so elegantly with the wash out dial. The strap is sexy while I do agree there could be better options. Theres something so classic yet not "old" with that design. I am still debating wether to go for this or a Aquis as my first Swiss watch over 1K.
I ordered one 2 months ago, got a call yesterday that it’s in! Picking it up today. I’m going to put it on a brown and blue leather bunt strap! Sound hideous, but I saw one on another video and it looked amazing!
Can't really fall off with Oris can you? Not a model I'm that familiar with though and like you not really my style either.
However I think what put me off was the machining around the bezel. Seems so old fashioned or is that retro? Yet another reason I don't care for Rolex that much is the bezel or crystal surround really.
Having said that the colour, face ,numerals (really loving them) date hand, and the main hands all come together to make a complete package. It's just different enough to be interesting without falling into a particular category which been honest is very refreshing.
Priced about right too IMHO.
Thanks for bringing this one to my attention Adrian. Another cracking review.
Cute little watch with its own Hoxton Hipster student retro feel vibe. A great everyday knockabout watch that doesn’t need worrying about too much. With such a narrow bezel it’ll wear as big as a 40mm watch can. Personally I like the hands which add to its charm and character. A watch that is greater than the sum of its parts. Just cool and accessible just what a watch should be. And the blood red dial version. Well who knows...
Thing I’d change, is bumping up the WR to 100mm
The cathedral hands are the best part of this watch.
Your reviews have become so much better since. And nicer shirts too!
A good watch at a reasonable price, couldn't quite understand my hesitation to really like this piece until you called out the cathedral hands. Agree they look slightly out of place and would prefer a straight sword hand. Top Job Adrian 👍
Back watching old Bark and Jack videos to reignite the watch passion 😁
Big fan of your reviews; learn a lot about this hobby; this watch really reminds me of my SARB017 which I was wearing while watching the review, keep up the good work
Just ordered one last week. I loved the hands, and that date display, so I had to get it. And I have always wondered why so many watches have boring bezels. This is more interesting.
Anyway, the thing that cought my eye on it was that beautiful blue dial. Quite unique.
Love this watch! Nice review. Thanks. I like the hands and the strap. What I would change is the 50m water resistance and the mineral glass on the back. Change it to sapphire or solid and bring the water resistance to 100m and it’s the perfect do all, go anywhere, wear anything one watch collection. Shorts or suit, it looks good.
I finally bought this beautiful watch ⭐️🤩
Congrats mate. 👍🏻
Just purchased one. I love it! Very unique compared to most modern watches.
Love the watch, but I prefer the mint green dial
as an owner of a 18 year old oris big crown commander, I think the new ones look very good...but......oris is cutting corners with their "pilot" dials. they look very cheap(stamped ink) and think they should use more applied markers. this will give the dials more depth.
Great video Adrian and you are so right about that color of dial. Blue is my favorite color but I think that this shade of blue is sooooooo good I can't put a name to it. Thanks again for the review, Brian.
I hv the previous version with arcylic crystal, black dial with red crescent pointer date. Love it!
Just yesterday noticed this watch - really like the retro style and the color of the dial - going to see it live and probably buy it -:)
38mm and a slightly darker brown suede strap
So understated. So sophisticated. Love this watch.
I love that watch. I find it very ‘bohemian’ let’s say. Very original and gorgeous. I would the diver you showed too, no problem 😉
The movement a bit too small for the case in my opinion. Nice dial colour. Thanks for sharing.
Just ordered one 👍🏻
Tried it on last week and I just love the blue dial. It’s the perfect everyday watch for me. You would think it’s large for a ladies wrist but the larger dial and minimal bezel make it look great on my wrist. Date complication is so cool! I want this with a bracelet to have it be more versatile. Agree on the cathedral hands but doesn’t bother me too much. And Ooh that font!❤️
Okay, so I went back to my pics and it really is too big for me😩. The search continues.
@@rachelbeauchamp1385 Hi Rachel - did you try the 36mm size? www.thewatchsource.co.uk/Oris/01+754+7749+4067-07+5+17+68.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw9vn4BRBaEiwAh0muDPWVOrZVWYCDhStX2bbDJJIbGhZvFo1-KkLHaKkysHCmn0BAi6QMlxoCIGUQAvD_BwE
Nick Norton, yes it fits well but it’s not available in the blue. What do you think of that green?
@@rachelbeauchamp1385 I love it - much prefer it to the blue. Of course, that's a matter of personal preference. But that shade of green is really great.
I’m a big fan of Oris but I just discovered the Big Crown looks a lot like the Seiko Alpinist. The hour and minute hands are the same!
Fantastic review as always mate. Never looked at that model from Oris before but your right that dial colour is amazing
Hey Adrian I concur with you in the choise of the hands should have been simple needle style hands..I also didn’t like the strap but am sure once if ages it would look nice ...
Love this watch...... May be my next premium buy
First Oris I've wanted to buy. Thought I'd be up for the 36mm version but the blue dial is 40mm only and, regardless, the 36 is just a bit too small (the lug width kills it, and don't even start me about the ridiculous taper on the included strap). Trying to source it on the bracelet (which I have not seen yet, so not sure if I'd take it on that) at the moment. Will likely still throw it on a full grain leather strap similar to the style you suggest in the vid.
Ive wanted one for a while, i thinks its great looking and good watch for the money my only issue is which one to get because I love it in green also.
I feel the same. I love the watch, but I know that if I actually owned it I would so rarely actually wear it because it just doesn't seem to be 'me'. Really hope to see it in person though. Great video as always Adrian! Cheers, Keith
Great watch. I prefer the black dial with black leather strap version. Oris is a top brand.
The close up shot at 5:54 is sweet.
Yeah I should have left that up for longer. I don’t have a macro lens yet, so I shot it in 4K and cropped it 👍🏻
Bark and Jack it looked crispy good!!
The watch is great, wish it was 38mm though
Luciole Dizerot there’s a 36 mm version I believe
There is, and I think 36mm and 40mm are perfect offerings to cater for all tastes.
@@mindgraphy_ Not my tastes; I think they should offer a 38mm. I find that 36mm is a bit small for a sports/field watch.
@@unclespeller6568 then get the 40...
@@MrCliteatswood Yes, the 40mm would be my choice.
This is growing on me. I feel I may have to flip a couple beaters to make room. Hmmmm, Christmas soon. Top videos. Stylishly casual with solid content.
Hi Adrian, strangely I have both watches on the review today. Differing models the blue 65 and the black big crown which has a differing hand set. I don't wear the BC often enough but when I do I love it as does my wife. PS great and fair review love your channel fella!
I would definitely change the hands to sword hands if I had too but the cathedral hands are fine
Great review of a beautiful watch. Cant go wrong with Oris, great value and super quality. Love my Divers 65 and Aquis Maldives.
I guessed right! So excited for this watch to come to the states, LOVE BLUE DIALS
I love Oris. Thanks for the review. Love your intro music. Thanks.
Would love that dial color - with red hand - in a 36mm case..!
A very good review. I'm not sure which Oris Big Crown Pointer Date to buy: 80th Anniversary Edition (bronze case and green dial), Movember Edition (black dial) or your model. Have you seen these models?
This is a very attractive watch; I love the cathedral hands. Thanks for a great review.👍
great vid - I would get the 36mm version - lovely lookin watch.
Would be awesome for you to do a comparison video between this and the 'original' Big Crown Pointer Date.
I've always loved Oris, my first "proper" watch crush. And I absolutely love the new pointer date watches. The green dia is stunning as well, although I would probably go for the blue 36mm. Keep up the good work!
Unfortunately the blue dial is only available on 40mm model
Nice review, love Oris. Recently got the HB-rag green dial big crown and it’s just gorgeous.
Very smart, very clean, I would probably never take that off if it it was 100m wr, but that's just my preference! Love the dial and the bezel. Good find from Oris! Have a lovely day mate
Great review Adrian. One of those watches I wish I'd owner prior to an explorer. The strap quick release pins have been a feature of the fitbit blaze for the past few years.
I bought this watch loved it initially, but eventually ended up selling it. As you state in your review, it wears incredibly well, and the domed sapphire crystal along with the coined edge bezel is stunning. The pointer date function makes for a very clean field-watch style dial layout. However, the polished case sides, the hands (particularly the rather petite second hand) are just a bit too dressy for my taste and clashes with an otherwise aviation inspired watch.
An absolutely beautiful watch 👍👍👍
Agreed, the dial color is why I clicked on this video. That's a great choice, but I'm still not a pilot watch kind of guy
Nice.. Really like the blue/gray-ish dial in combination with everything else.
I agree with you about the hands. For some reason they just sort of bother me. I think a cleaner design would have been better. Other than that it’s a great vintage-looking unique “bit of kit” as you Brits like to say.
2 mins in and I love that watch
Great video! Love the writing you incorporated into your reviews! What kind of coffee are you drinking?! Looks delicious!!!
Thanks so much buddy. Creating the writing takes a while, so it’s great it’s appreciated. 👍🏻
I usually drink Roma by Nespresso. 👍🏻
Bark and Jack - thanks for the reply! Keep it up my man, cheers from California!
what a great watch, one my to buy list, followed by a Smiths Evert and then a Tudor Black Bay