Dive Watch Comparison at Different Price Points - Seiko Willard, Oris Aquis, & Omega Seamaster
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Dive watches are, without a doubt, one of the most popular areas of watch enthusiasm out there on the market. But, with huge variation in prices between many popular dive watches, it can be hard to zero in on what you're really buying beyond a brand name. In this video, we'll dive deep into the details of three dive watches from Seiko, Oris, and Omega, each a leader in its price point, to see what you get in terms of tangible benefits for your hard earned dollar as the price ascends.
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i have an Aquis and i feel it looks the best amongst the 3 on this video. The tapering of the bracelet is amazing and i like how the polished areas of the bracelet are on the outer/side links compared to the traditional center links. Its also not that thick and doesn't weigh as much. I personally dont like how the seamaster looks hence why i chose a Planet Ocean when i decided to get an Omega. Best bang for me is the Oris Aquis :D
I went with the oris. Best looking and priced right. As far as the power reserve the 38 is sufficient for me. Plus i love the fact that they are still independently owned.
Yesterday I hit a big milestone in my life and I treated myself to my grail watch in celebration. I picked up the Omega Seamaster ceramic 300m with the blue dial. After doing a lot of homework, I kept finding myself coming back to the seamaster. Several videos on this channel really went a long way towards helping me pull the trigger, so thank you. I couldn't be more excited!
Congrats. I recently got the Omega Seamaster Coax Master, which I'd been hemming and hawing over for the past 2 years. If you can get them at a good price, they're actually worth it, but, price aside, they are worth having.
Congrats
Almost a year later how do you feel about the watch purchase? Still as happy as the first week?
I'd like to see a grand seiko white birch review
Let’s see what we can do!
Yeah for real.
No, no you wouldn't. What's with all you people trying to put the spotlight on Grand Seiko and jacking the prices up???
Shhhhhh, just stay quiet and save up to do your own review when you buy it.
@@cdb5001 you are wise man
@@nenadmitrovic3469 we gotta look out for each other my dude.
I went for the Aquis - love the style and build quality, and the Sellita movement is accurate, well proven and cheaper to service... I'd love a Omega but would begrudge the high maintenance cost & be worried about wearing it & potentially damaging it. My Oris is a tank that I wear all the time.
Cheers Teddy, from Cambridge, England 👍🏻
Just subscribed got into manual and automatic watches about a year a half ago your my favorite CZcams channel for watches helped me pick out my first 3 watches
thank you for the content! Oris Aquis with green dial is on my bucket list.
Love the Aquis. I own one and it has changed my views on what a watch should look like for under 6k. I really want a Tudor BB ETA version, but looking at the specs, I may buy another Oris, maybe a Divers 65, and pocket the extra 2k.
Of the three, I'd go for the Oris. It has the best looks while still having the dive watch functionality. I had thought about getting a Seamaster 300 but was on the fence because of the helium escape valve and the wave pattern on the dial. I think the pattern is really well done and makes for a more interesting dial than most but I'm not really a huge water person. I also wasn't sure I really needed another diver even if a Seamaster would be my first luxury one. And then I saw your video where Courtney called the Seamaster ugly and that killed it.
You're on fire with these comparison videos!
I got the Omega Seamaster 300m 8800 a few months ago and could not be happier. I am really enjoying this watch. 👍
Aquis fanboy here 🙋🏻♂️! I love these classicic Teddy comp videos. Having seen that particular Seamster up-close, I can only say how I WISH it had the open caseback. In think it's the best looking SKU of that whole lineup.
Teddy is the most listenable guy on the planet….I’m so impressed with his knowledge and presentation skills … he could describe paint drying and I would be riveted
Thanks Teddy. Looking to get a Willard in green with the rubber strap to go with my blue titanium Seamaster 300 and old and wonderful Oris 1000m diver with helium valve, also in titanium. Oris seen as hit and miss by some but personally I love them -also have a gorgeous Pro-Pilot Racing Edition VI on black leather and a TT3 Chrono on a bracelet (a bit big but still love it!). Oris offers great value, looks and built to survive anything!
I have an Omega Seamaster but I really do like the Oris as well.
Great review sir!
Just purchased a new omega seamaster diver 2022 Beijing edition and I love it!
Robust, sporty and the titanium bezel with blue wave dial really pops and looks much nicer in person
I have an Oris Aquis on a rubber strap and it is magnificent. Really great quality watch.
Geez Louise Teddy. You’re cranking these videos out. Keep it up man!
That black bezel on the blue dial, wow, the Aquis is stunning!
I have an Aquis GMT and just love it! When next in the market for a lux diver, the Omega will be high on my list.
My Seiko 5 is my beater.
really enjoyed this in depth analysis. i think the omega is magnetic resistant to a not up to 15k gauss but a minimum of 15000 gausses. That is such an underrated flex my omega, love it
I've owned an Omega Sea Master, hands down one of the best watches one could purchase!
My almost 20 year seamaster's lume kicks the crap out of everything else I own, regardless of how new they are. In addition to all the other things I love about the watch.
I've been a Diver over Twenty years never seen anyone with luxury Diver take it Diving !
I saw a diver take his omega diving in Costa Rica. It failed! He was very upset.
That's what the skx is for
I dive with my Oris Aquis.
@@gssnyder88 Good Man 👍
Hi Mr Baldassarre, firstly may I say I absolutely adore your channel, you look at all price ranges and never look down on cheaper watches.
I am not in the league of expensive luxury watches however, I have had a couple of King Turtles, Three Omega seamasters , including the 90s bond, 90s white face GMT, and one that I wish I had never sold, the bond style black dial titanium Seamaster, sadly I lost my best friend recently however he left me his Oris Tt1, (Black dial on Bracelet), although I of course cannot compare the watches on this video, they are within reason fairly close, I am clueless when it comes to movements and their capabilities, however I do find the Oris is an extraordinarily well finished watch, it feels like silk on the wrist and everything feels of super quality, the Omega's were beautiful and the bracelets almost perfect, however I actually found sligh QC issues with dust spots and even a tiny hair on the dial, sadly and last of all the Seiko's all had bezel alignment issues and chapter ring issues, for me although I am sure 20 years later thing of QC issues have improved, I would go with the Oris, great value, more unique and better all round.
Again thank for your excellent work, I have a tiny channel of my own and even though it's a hobby only I love it.
Kind regards Nick
All very good options Teddy for the different price points and a well balanced review of each model. If I was in the market for (yet) another diver I think it would be the new Cherry Red dial ORIS, lI's also it shares the same Sellita SW200 movement on which a quite a few ORS models are based. From my experience this movement is not revolutionary or perfect but service should not cost the owner a major organ and more options that will be able to get parts to service them. A well proven accurate reliable work horse of a movement. Of these 3 watches reviewed here the ORIS in blue takes the top step of the podium for price, finish and as a complete watch. If the Seamaster 300M Great White was part of this threesome that may well have nabbed the gold medal due to price and having a display case back to see that wonderfully finished movement in action.
Going to buy that red cherry oris. Thanks for covering it 😊
I like the color saturation settings you used on that video, it gives more of a warm feeling :-)
Even though Seamaster bracelet looks weird due to not tapering bracelet, it looks really solid and cool on the wrist !
As always informative with great clarity, from London England.
A drive abled watch though never dove with seems to be the standard for all purpose, everyday use. These are three excellent examples.
As an independent, I would go for the Oris Aquis. The Seiko is just a bit rough. The Omega is alot more money. So I would definitely go for a lightly used Oris. Then you are competing directly in price with the Seiko, and you're miles ahead in Specs. If the Omega is your grail watch, then that's great too. I think the Oris is kind of Rolex style aswell. It shares many design cues. But whatever you choose, love your watch, and respect other people's watch choices.
I'd love to see a review on an affordable Chronograph watch, like one of the Seiko SBTR's (JDM) models.
I really like the micro-adjust on the new Omega. I have a mid-1990's Omega 300 Mid-size Seamaster. I wonder if I can retro-fit the clasp to my existing bracelet. Good vid. Keep at it!
i need a dive watch and i think its gonna be the Aquis. thanks for the comparison!
Nice selection of 3 good-looking watches, but I would take a gently used pre-owned Seamaster pro (even from a couple generations back) over all of them.
As always, you bring a wealth of information with each of your videos. Thank you very much for the content you are putting out to better educate the watch enthusiastic community that follows you on CZcams.
The Aquis wears really well. I've bought the whale shark version and it looks and feels great. I also have a samurai as no watch collection should be without a Seiko
Teddy styling the Taylor Stitch gear. Nice!
Thanks for the affliction. I literally decided to start a watch collection recently before stumbling onto your videos. I don't have the diver desire however. (If I ever go swimming with the fishes, screw the watch.) But ... I located the green Seiko you recommended as well as the Tissot 1853. Then I bought and returned a chronograph. The extra dials were too small for me. Obviously, I sensed a number free dial preference and soon discovered Movado Museum. Wow. Awesome. Now, on your site, I see the Bulova Oculus. I probably will have to pick it up tomorrow over coffee. Can't wait. Gotta get some rest.
@Nigel Molesworth It means Teddy literally had the Bulova Oculus ready for shipment 20 minutes after I ordered it.
I am getting ready to finish undergraduate physics degree. Have you ever considered doing some videos of the actual mechanics of watch movements. I think it would be cool to see some stuff like that. I appreciate the beat rate video. Keep up the good videos.
Aquis for me from this 3 🙂
I went Aquis - but the Lake Baikal edition. Such a gorgeous dial!
@@johnlongnecker8776 that’s really beautiful
@@johnlongnecker8776 Lake Baikal is lovely. I almost bought that one, but I already had the Great Barrier Reef III edition so I decided to pass haha
@@StanSlavovIHIanother great choice! Oris has really made some wonderful special editions, and the new cherry dial is a new favorite too. Enjoy your watches all!
Wanted the Oris but out of my price range right now. Tried the seiko but probably gonna go with the orient kanno "hulk".
Great content, very useful information, great channel overall.
That Seiko looks better than the other two... One thing Seiko has always done is make great Dive watches since 62 MAS...Seiko 6105...Seiko 6309
BEST bang for your Buck
Doxa 1500 Orange Dial Ss....
Your content has been great lately teddy. Great job. I have to personally disagree however with having external AR it can mark and leave horrible little lines really very easily . I'm pretty sure that's why rolex never adopted it.
I have too many Dive Watches. I just recently purchased Seiko's SBDC105 and I love it. A few days later, after seeing how gorgeous it is in person, I purchased Seiko's SRPF79. My first 2 Seiko's and I must admit, I've fallen in love with the brand. I also have a Green RADO Captain Cook and an Omega SMP 300m in black which I love so much! Now I want the Green Willard. Yeah, I have to many divers. 😂
...can one have too many divers😁?
Could not hold out longer and subscribed 😁
That denim jacket looking fresh!
Great video, Teddy. I still do not undertsand why Seiko does not have a no-date watch in its collection of afordable watches. If Seiko or Orient were to make a watch 1- below 40 mm, 2- sapphire crystal, 3- with "no open heart", 4- automatic and 5 - no date version; almost all micro brands would go under.
Awesome video! what's your take on Farer Hudson 37MM?
The hands really work with the bezel in the Omega. You can see where the money goes, lovely bracelet as well. All nice watches.
hi im a noob to the watch community. do you think the seiko sne039 is a good first watch to get?
Yep. Anything seiko, citizen, orient ect 👍..... just make sure to buy from good seller. Authorized dealer would be preferred. “Buy the seller” is a term u hear in the watch community.
@@matthewhill3996 ok thank you so much
@@matthewhill3996 I also have one more question what’s the difference between let’s say a fossil watch and this seiko I chose. I know it’s the quality but does it really vary that much for one to be rlly reputable and the other not that much?
It would have been nice to see a comparing table at the end, including prices
Omegas in. my experience are over hyped. Had a few SMP but the last was a 2254 that was soon sold off. Oris make fabulous independent watches. I am a rusted on owner and recommend the cal 400 in 41.5. Stunning and reliable. I ski, dive, run and climb with the ors. a great tool watch with a superb bracelet
Love your channel but can you do reviews for those of us with larger wrists?
Seiko for me on pure value. I actually have the SPB153 (green) and it's a superb piece. Oris is exactly as you describe - a midway point between affordable and high end but still a good value piece. Omega a little on the being side but the "cheaper" versions are excellent. Nice sensible review as always Teddy.
I got a green willard and i love it. It’s pricey for a seiko but it’s so worth it. I have a soft spot for cushion cases. I like the oris aquis but the integrated lugs kill the appeal for me.
what about the lume? kind of important for a dive watch
Nice comparisons, I'm not a big fan of Limited ed. Seikos. I have the Oris Orange Aquis on my wish list.... and the Omega is just beautiful.
This is exactly what I wanted to see. Starting to build a collection and I need "bang for your buck" shit. Great video again teddy.
hi im a noob to the watch community. do you think the seiko sne039 is a good first watch to get?
@@jaydenk5281 I am also a noob to watches but I think a seiko is an amazing watch for everyone. Whether it's your first watch, or you have multiple
@@DaddyFatherDad Ok thank you so much
Teddy is as elegant and stylish as his watches! It would be awesome to watch a video on matching watches to outfits.
I just bought the Cherry Aquis. Such a beautiful watch. Dial is gorgeous.
I’m tempted myself however I already have an aquis... that watch will last you a life time 😎 good choice
Is it gd choice for everyday watch?im afraid of red dial..
@@olegstarik8387 oris aquis’ are built like tanks tbf so it will hold up against everything you throw at it! The colour just comes down to clothes then really, and style which is up to you
I just sold my Cherry Aquis. Got bored of it. Have a Hangang for sale.
@@kahmed7328 hehe tyvm for reply sir!
Didn't finish the video yet but Omega needs 2 things, smaller divers, and more time only models. I have a previous black ceramic Seamaster 300M midsize and it's a fantastic watch but with no micro adjustment it's a pain to get the right fit.
I like all 3 for their different price points. Obviously if money were no object, most people would take the Omega. I don't really like the bezel on this particular Omega though. The steel colored bezel makes the watch face appear smaller than it is. I think having the ceramic colored bezel changes the look on the Omega tremendously.
Anybody know the name of that denim jacket he's weraing?
Had an oris aquis. Beautiful watch but never really was comfortable to wear. Very top heavy. Sold it and purchased a Steinhart Ocean One and couldn't be happier.
Did you consider the smaller 39.5 or 41.5mm?
@@comeonman7423 no the 38 would be too small for my wrist and it only came in the 43.5
That clasp on the Seiko is still lightyears ahead of the Longines Hydroconquest clasps...
Both are bad.
hi im a noob to the watch community. do you think the seiko sne039 is a good first watch to get?
@@jaydenk5281 Do your research, go down to some stores and try them on. There are great watches for every taste and budget but Most importantly, buy the watch YOU like. My taste in watches have changed with time over the years along with my budget. My favorite watch is not my most expensive watch, but it is fun to acquire over time some nice (to me) watches. I used to think Rolex was the only watch I would ever want but after owning three (sub,milgauss,and explorer 2) I sold them to purchase my wife's wedding ring and realized I didn't miss them. I now have an Oris Aquis, Omega seamaster 300 Spectre, Omega seamaster 300 professional white dial, Glycine combat sub,Glycine Airman double twelve, and a Casio digital. I love them all and hey range from $50 to multi thousand per watch. Get lost in the hobby and have fun learning about watches and saving up for your grail. Don't be afraid to make mistakes (we all do)
@@Randomstuff-xg7nt alright thank you so much
@@jaydenk5281 yeah it will serve you well but IMO I would go with a seiko 5. Check EBAY & just pay attention to the sellers rating.
Would the Formex Reef diver replace the Oris today??
What makes the Fifty Fathoms or AP Diver cost so much more? Is it a matter of finishing?
One thing I don’t care for with the Seamaster’s outer AR coating is its tendency to pick up scratches (at least, mine has). It’s not terrible and only really shows at certain angles, but it’s just annoying knowing they’re there.
Love the synchronisation down to the seconds hands in the Side-by-side comparison shots.
Having sold on a Longines Heritage Diver’67 Chronograph to acquire a 1940s 14 carat gold Doxa officers time only piece and a Longines elegance 18 carat gold L.888.2 (64hr) dress watch i’m itching for something between the Oris and the Omega.Something punching above its weight at entry level luxury but not a Tudor. Perish the thought.
One of the few Horologists who puts in regular effort into their appearance while presenting or reviewing offerings. The full package.
I would love your opinion or a video reviewing liv watches. I want to get one but am hesitant from your other videos calling out these sham microbrands from kickstarter. Any chance you will have a video on them or have checked them out at all?
Very cool intro, excellent shots
The Aquis is the perfect dive watch at any price. Just make sure to get the older version non Caliber 400 movement for the best value.
Aquis is great 👍🏻
The aquis is good, but no tool less micro adjust on the clasp and only being able to use oris straps means it's not perfect..
@@davids.2317 the bracelet on the Aquis is one of the best in my opinion. You can get aftermarket straps but not as common as a standard 20mm or 22mm.
@@davids.2317 Agree that tooless adjustment on the clasp would be an improvement, but I've not had to adjust mine since I got it (January) & the bracelet is so comfortable I've not bothered putting the aftermarket strap on it yet. Cheers 👍🏻
I have two Skx seiko’s, I love them. I did mod them with ceramic bezels and better bracelet’s and saphire cristles Both hold up under water. I also have a Omega planet ocean. It is so so with how it runs not as accurate as the seiko’s. I have a Oris Aquis in 39.5 in green dial and bezel. The Oris gets the most wrist time as it runs better in keeping time. I DO love them all and do not regret buying any of them. I will say that my Tissot Seastar gen two runs better than all of the others, and, it does very well at 33 ft under water.
Island watches have double ar coating, saphire/ceramic bezels, saphire crystals etc all of these huge selling points for like 300 dollars. Just like the 6k seamaster.
The Hamilton Khaki Navy SCUBA Auto is a nice 300m dive watch for under $1K USD. I haven't seen one in person but it looks like they're offering Seiko level value. I would love to see a trustworthy review.
Nice jacket teddy! 👊🏽
Certina ds 38mm? Why has no one yet reviewed this it looks amazing
Great, great, great video!!!!! Great comparison without talking to much about the price. There is a watch for everyone without compromising the quality of a well built watch!!!!!!! Outstanding!!
Amen to that! Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it.
Great three in a row sync of the second hands, quality as always! /watcheyes
Its something about Oris... I love that brand!
Can you do a review of the Seiko SRPG17 Land Tortoise?
where do i buy that seiko??
Vaer is putting out some nice dive watches 🤔
I would have shown something like the Orient Triton as the first watch, instead of the limited edition Seiko. Seeing as thats the price range alot if us might go for in an affordable diver first
Starting at $1400 is kinda silly. You should’ve started at under $500, or maybe a Deep Blue at $249. Most of the time, functionality does not increase so much as price increases, as does qc and intangibles.
Nice content. Thanks you so much
Great topic idea. Everyone wonders "is there really a difference?"
For the value for money of these 3 I would go for the Aquis.
Yeah, I think I would too. I love seiko, but their bracelets and quality co trol leave something to be desired.
I think Oris is pretty much perfect for the price, although I'm not crazy about the integrated bracelet.
Great review!
Cuzzy, you called the Omega a speedmaster at the beginning of the video.
Thoughts on the Tissot Seastar?
that seiko in blue man,, really caught my eyes,
I’d like a video on the Bulova Acutron 214
Great video Teddy, any Seiko diver more than holds its own against higher priced Swiss watches. You gotta do a video on Citizen dive watches. They are usually priced lower than Seikos and are also great watches to own.
hi im a noob to the watch community. do you think the seiko sne039 is a good first watch to get?
@@jaydenk5281 I would say if you want an analog solar quartz watch, buy a Citizen Eco-Drive. Their solar tech is said to be more reliable. I am the proud owner of 4 Eco-Drives. I personally would only buy Seiko for automatic, spring drive, and high end quartz watches (above $1,000),
@@J69Nice ok thank you so much
@@J69Nice I’ve heard only good things about the eco-drive system but It’s a shame that they are rarely reviewed in the watch community on CZcams. Guess quartz still has less appeal for many enthusiasts.
@@jacc88888 unfortunately you are right. Quartz and sometimes even Spring Drive movements are turned away by mechanical watch purists. Mechanical is no guarantee of quality just as Quartz is no guarantee of cheap quality.
Interesting pieces. Regards.
It would be awesome if you did a review on the Bulgari octo finissimo
That Omega is a winner. I’d love to see you get your non-watch gang back together and let them try each on and guess which is more expensive and why.
Where did you get that denim jacket? Looks great!
Um no, the collar is way too wide. Like from the 70s.
I’m at the beginning of my watch journey and have decided on an Omega SMP 300, as Omega is a brand within my family. It’ll take me a while to get it, but I’d rather wait and go without for longer than compromise and have something that I’m unhappy with
Smart man. You won’t regret waiting and saving for the watch you really want. I’d also love to own an SMP 300 someday.
That's awesome. Perhaps consider a Seiko line or a German brand as your next goal after that.
@@realtalk6195 oh like an A Lange? 😂😂😂😂 There are so many watches that I want, but I want this to be my first ☺️
@@raffivartanian1718 no a Nomos autobahn it is fucking sexy