My Favorite Oris - Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Review

[@TVjoakim]

This was my first "expensive" watch, and i dont regret it at all! Really loving it.

[@TennesseeMike]

Just ordered mine. Most I've ever spent. Super excited.

[@adlanhaziq]

Tennessee Mike Do you like it? Which variation didja get

[@TennesseeMike]

@@adlanhaziq same as yours. Just on bracelet. Love it. Pics on my Instagram.

[@vrask7134]

@@TennesseeMike hows the watch wearing after 2 months? looking at the same option

[@TennesseeMike]

@@vrask7134 great. It has become my daily work watch. Super comfortable

[@krasnaludek298]

This watch has to be one of the most appealing designs in the entire industry. It has character, excellent color options, quality of finish, & strikes a balance between casual & modest luxury. Bought one for my collection & put it on a mustard suede strap.

[@fmartmart8099]

Going back to watch productions even 2 years old, it's incredible how much more polished and professional your delivery is now. Way to master your craft Teddy.

[@PhilBot4OOO]

Bought this bad boy on steel with the red dial. Absolutely love it, the red is so dark and lush. Dark enough not to worry about matching it with your clothing colours but when that dial catches the sun it glows! Been super accurate for its first month on wrist too!

[@maryt1244]

My husband Mark just received a limited edition Oris Big Crown Pointer green dial RAG timepiece. He has watched your video countless times, which helped him decide on just this watch. He describes your review as concise and thorough, plus tells me that your enthusiasm is infectious. So thank you for this video and know that he is one happy customer partly due to your words on the Oris watch. Thanks!

[@andreaiacolina]

This is probably my preferred Oris along with the Oris 65 diver. With this Pointer Date the only problem is to choose between the dial's options: they are all gorgeous!

[@believeimages6034]

I love the blue, maroon, and green

[@marionthebarbarian886]

I am looking at them now for my first watch over $250 And I can't decide on 3 different colors.

[@The_Kavalier]

That red rotor reminds me of the resistance logo from Star Wars. I’m into it

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Hahaha now I cant unsee it

[@tatanleanduck]

I have a 6.5 inch wrist and really thought I'd prefer the 38mm Cervo Volante, especially since the dial is large with a small bezel. Turns out the 40mm doesn't look too big at all in my wrist. In fact, I think the 38mm looks small. There's some strange optical illusions going on with this watch and the crystal distortion.

[@MrLouislaf]

Just got my Oris Big Pointer Date with the blue dial (40mm). I just love it. Excellent value for money. Just a joy to wear.

[@seayak]

Yes it is a beautiful watch. But as a value-for-money proposition - you are paying a lot for the pointer date feature, at the expense of others, like a bit more water resistance, or an exhibition caseback in sapphire crystal as opposed to mineral glass. There is really no decoration on the movement either, aside from the red paint on the rotor, which has to be pretty cheap to apply, as compared to any other finishing.

[@Jazzbeau]

Just happened to be wearing mine as this video popped up. This turned out be be a good luck piece for me....was at the AD for Tudor looking for a Black Bay 58 when I spotted this Oris in the case. Loved it, and went ahead and snagged it since no BB58 had yet to darken their door....made a friend of the salesman, who the very next day called to let me know that their very first Black Bay 58 had come in that morning! Ran back out and grabbed that one as well! Turned out to be a two-fer! Great review, Teddy, as always!

[@Rekickit]

Amazing. Do you mind me asking what you do for a living to be able to afford such luxury items

[@reimaxiusco4373]

My fav is the green dial one with 36mm bronze case. with tan suede strap it will looked amazing.

[@RichardsModellingAdventures]

I got a green wrist from mine lol

[@orissanchez1370]

You think I could get a discount because of my name? Lol If I ever won the lottery (that I don’t play) I would heavily consider buying a stake in Oris. Haha

[@j0nnyism]

Don’t think they’ve floated. And they are still privately owned so you might have difficulty getting shares

[@mcleanleline7038]

I picked up the 44mm Oris Big Crown Small Seconds Pointer Day in December and love it. Thought 44mm was going to be big on my 7.5" wrist but I was 100% wrong. It wears like a 42mm. So glad I was able to pick it up on Massdrop for less than $600.

[@discingaround]

Just One More Watch did a video just a few days ago on the Big Crown Pointer Date as well. Loved both takes on the watch, and am certainly looking to add this great piece of horology to the collection.

[@arikjohnson412]

Tob Raham JOMW talked me out of it...

[@FirestormAA]

This is the iconic timepiece from Oris. Love it!

[@wrjahnjr]

Been looking at this for some time. Your video and others put me over the top. Waiting for it to arrive in the mail. Thank you for high quality video.

[@ericdoe2318]

5:18 the red matches the date pointer witch is the memorable complication of this watch… all I can think of

[@simonhargreaves5123]

I fell in love with this watch about a year ago and am aiming to pick one up next year sometime. Great review with some awesome macro shots! It was interesting to hear your thoughts on the rotor as most people hail the red rotor as something really special. I am inclined to agree with you that it's not really in keeping with the watch's style, and your thoughts on the water resistance too. On the other hand no watch can ever attain perfection - the moment we expect it we set ourselves up for disappointment. I'd love to see a review of one of the 36mm versions, I think they are stunning. Part of convincing my better half to let me get one of these will probably be getting her one of the smaller ones - so if you can, bring a lady along and show how it looks on her wrist! Thanks a lot and keep up the great work.

[@djganton]

Easily one of my top ten watches that I might be able to buy someday.

[@bossmanbossman5481]

@Don Ganton Maybe ask your parents to buy it for your graduation from high school, if not get a job at McDonald’s and buy it with a couple paycheques. Good luck to you

[@briancarpenter1255]

Thanks for the great review. I really love this model and colorway. The bezel is really a defining feature as is the pointer and big crown. I really like that Oris went with 20mm lugs instead of the 21mm on the diver 65 which makes for many strap options.

[@patrick_jane2164]

One of the first 10 likes. Now I am a true Teddy fan

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Hahaha you sure are 😎

[@Texmotodad]

Beautiful - the only word for it. Thx for sharing this with us Teddy! (and NO date window - YES!)

[@RH-vd3yu]

Actually wanted the Diver65 as my first watch, but after looking at this, i want the pointer date now lol

[@woonfaseng8737]

i like the red colour added rotor and dont find it cheapening the overall back look. many rolexes have internal red parts when case back is opened too , of course not a display back

[@jimindetroit9461]

Just bought one last week with a maroon dial. What a great looking watch.

[@Blair338RUM]

Agree with the red rotor gripe. Love the coin finish. Wish Sellita could up the power reserve though. Look forward to your video on Oris in general. 👍

[@fu2rok]

Thank you for this... I have a down payment on the bronze case.. And seeing reviews like this just reinforce my love for this time piece.

[@rosspfeffer5185]

I’ve just bought this watch after a lot of considered research and trying it on in a store. Even though the watch represents good value for money, when you’re spending this much, you want to make sure, I think. Very happy with it and I like to re-watch the videos in celebration/confirmation of my purchase too.

[@marktuyet]

36mm , manual wind with solid case back for around 600.00 would be wonderful . Nice one Teddy .

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

"I have 4 inch wrists. Anything bigger than a 28mm and I get winded when checking the time and thrown off balance from the heavy weight on one side."

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Your footage is so crisp! And editing is on point! You’re a true inspiration! Hope my content can some day be half as good as yours!

[@Bemjji]

Love that date function..

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Always loved pointer dates!

[@jaypee1608]

Nice review, nice watch! Oris is such an honest brand! Please review the Christopher Ward C65 Trident GMT. Retro design, good for slender wrists and practical. Also I think great value. Thx again and keep up the excellent work!

[@matthewdavis8199]

Christopher Ward is far more honest in that they don't pretend their movements are something that they are not. CW tells you upfront that a particular watch, for example, has a Sellita SW200-2. I really like Oris, but the pretend Oris caliber XXX is unfortunate. Unfortunate for many other brands as well. BTW, I agree with Teddy that a solid caseback and 100m water resistance would be a terrific improvement.

[@Tomasz0216]

FINALLY Showing off your straps in the video!!! Do you show off any non-Teddy Original straps here too? Looking at some of the cheaper options but I do not know how they compare to your line of straps (I love)

[@Tomasz0216]

P.S. wanna review a Christopher Ward watch?

[@sarumboonmee]

My 80th year anniversary just arrived. It’s been in my rotation ever since. I should point out that this watch is a strap monster. I imagine that the stainless steel version gives you more strap options than the warm look of the bronze counterpart.

[@itsalgud1459]

Great review, Teddy, and a Beautiful watch. This one with the red dial is on my wish list.

[@jessearodriguez]

Come on, you’ve got to love that oris red rotor!

[@drfdwf392]

Teddy. Love your content as always. Just remembered we have the same wrist size of 6.25 inches. Can you please do the Orient Bambino FAC00008W0? I really love its classic look but I think at 40mm it’s too big. But the Oris in this video is also 40mm and has classic look too and it looks good on your 6.25 inch wrist. I’d love it if you could do a video on the said Orient Bambino model. To see if it would also look good on your wrist despite the large 40mm size. I know 40mm is like the standard of the modern era but I prefer the smaller standards of the vintages and classics. They look classier and less like a bulky big boys’ toy. Thanks!

[@sligo405]

I just got one. Blue, on a bracelet. I thought I would replace the Oris leather strap with something else anyway, and the bracelet makes this a very good dress watch IMO. Love the watch. Quiet dignity. Very cool. Can't get the red one and the movember ones off my mind. Like the Roberto Clemente too. If I had 80 grand in my chequing account I'd probably buy at least one more.

[@sfg5724]

Nice review Teddy. I have one that is a few years older, black face version. I put it on a bund strap that mimics the look of a Tudor Ranger. I love this watch. Looks great on the wrist, simple design and a wonderful retro feel. The size is perfect at 40 mm.

[@1018Frankie]

Beautiful watch from one of my favorite brands! Nice review, keep the good work my friend!

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thank you Francisco!

[@aisuxtime]

I like the pop of red on the back. It’s like Christian Louboutin and their red heels, a distinctive trademark.

[@Phelipe7San]

What a nice timepiece!! The new red dial is also amazing!

[@Wie-MaN]

The Oris Big Crown Date Pointer is hands down one of my favorite watches as far as style goes. Especially the vintage examples. Buyer be ware though, there are a TON of fakes out there. Look for the serial # 26-58574 on the case back. Every fake Oris Pointer has this counterfeit serial #.

[@MohitBagur]

The shots on this video are beautiful! Well done, Teddy❤

[@tatanleanduck]

The 40mm deserves another visit with your updated equipment, Teddy. The injustice of seeing this iconic series limited by your previous technology is too much to bear.

[@sorinsrn5442]

The bordeaux dial its a stunner!!!

[@paulpaul7777]

Beautiful classic looks❤

[@felix111]

Just acquired the 2018 Movember edition. It’s a beauty. The 80th anniversary edition is also damn pretty but a little less versatile imo.

[@mikelawrence6840]

i usually have some issue with watches somthing i dont like about it but this watch is perfect

[@flatspin7]

I’m wearing my Big Crown Movember right now! Love it!

[@brett554]

Love it. Will be adding to my collection soon. Great review. Thanks

[@lilysdong1457]

Love Oris reasonable price for an independent swiss watch maker. I'm actually thinking buying the Oris 65 Diver black or bronze as my first "exspensive" watch

[@panda-pubgmobile1808]

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[@simoncarter8427]

I just picked up a movember edition pointer date. Rose gold hands and closed case back👍

[@SmokeyBear3131]

The Oris Aquis is my favorite of their brand

[@dhrandy]

I love the red rotor. I have this model watch on the way.

[@ricardodiaz6778]

This watch is dope

[@Kinzlr]

Really like the look of this exact configuration. I agree on the water resistance. Big Crown Pro Pilot has 100m WR. I wish they made the Pointer the same way.

[@RecreationalCycling]

Serious question. Not trying to be a smart ass. But it has a leather strap. I wouldn’t go in the water with it. For this alone. Other than washing my hands. Why would the water resistance be an issue at all ?

[@saigaurav747]

really loved the watches gonna buy it in future for now its in my wishlist

[@matthewfarrell4258]

Great review. Love your channel. Just purchased on the bracelet! Can't wait until it gets here. Can you recommend a leather strap to go with it other than the stock?

[@unangbasso]

That pointer date looks very cool.

[@nicolasf.9009]

Such a needed video!

[@danrussell_official]

I’ll have to add this to my “must buy” list.

[@jun2bicos]

I'm obsessed with the hands of this thing.

[@matthewdavis8199]

Check out the Seiko Alpinist.

[@jun2bicos]

@@matthewdavis8199 Got one! Thank you! :)

[@mt24Carson]

Nice watch, good value for money. Well done Oris - and Teddy B. ⌚👍

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks David!

[@TerrySteiner]

While you rarely see it. I honest like the bracelet option on the big crown. The blue dial use my favorite option. I honestly might be my next watch. Of course I picked up a Tudor last month so next might be a year away.

[@zHumanfactor]

Love the red rotor

[@mrjasonrowland]

I own one and my only complaint would also be the 50m water resistance and the unnecessary open case back. Other than that, it’s perfect.

[@brentl.vaneaton6901]

Nice, actually I was thinking yesterday that a Head to head look at the Sinn 104 versus this time piece would be a good review, cheers

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

I used to own the sinn 104. Depends on lifestyle but if i had to choose I would go sinn.

[@JizzyNinja]

Nice honest review - thanks Teddy! Maybe your take on the popular-with-KZbinrs Sinn 104? People talk it up a ton, but I’m curious what you’d think

[@Mgunner7623]

The bronze is my favorite, too. You should review my bronze Glycine Combat Sub.

[@Rolls_Royster]

I'm considering buying Oris Big Crown Pointer Date. Which strap do you recommend for this model? A leather strap or a steel bracelet?

[@ignacioarregui4882]

I love an open back. Wouldn’t find it cool if they cover it just for some more meters.

[@raymonddauphinais5806]

I like this watch so much, I just bought the exact one with leather and stainless bands.

[@tsj8762]

I am debating between this Oris and the Nomos club campus. What do you think? I am leaning towards the Nomos as the more “special” option.

[@jimbegin6554]

It’s the classic Oris! Good review.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Agree about that red rotor looking cheap. However that’s kind of the Oris ‘s trademark!!

[@theonlyredspecial]

It’s my favourite oris too. I love the bronze anniversary version with green dial too.

[@mikelawrence6840]

LOVE THE RETRO LOOK

[@JozzipB]

Hi, Teddy..I am in dillema here. This Oris big crown pointer or Longines aviation big eye? I can find pros and cons for both of them. I know it's my decision but could you provide something from your point of view ? :)

[@seayak]

For less than the price of this watch, Christopher Ward and Steinhart both offer very well-built watches with Sellita SW200 movements, plus a sapphire crystal (not mineral glass) exhibition caseback, and at least 100 meters of water resistance. I love the case design and the date pointer feature on the Big Crown series, but am not seeing the value-for-money proposition here. My CW Aquitane GMT kills this one at this price point.

[@roseylex6561]

Hey Ted, what's your take on quartz Cartier Tank Sole vs Mechanic Cartier Tank Sole? Do you think the quartz version is worth the price?

[@crossbones8956]

Great review! I'm in love with the pointer date and I'm waiting for one I pre-ordered to come in soon.

[@jamesmurray3128]

Hello Teddy. Love your videos. What do you think of The Watchbox in Philadelphia as a source to buy used watches. In particular Rolex. Thank you.

[@matthewdavis8199]

I'm guessing he'd suggest you look at Bob's Watches. They do care many Rolex's.

[@Q704tube]

Nice review teddy! Let me know if you want to review my Omega Speedmaster Reduced 3510?

[@storck08]

Higher water resistance is exactly my thought of what this watch needs. With a higher WR it would be perfect everyday watch.

[@rezaakbari1773]

So what is the perfect everywatch at this price range ? 🧐

[@adityaudhani4386]

@@rezaakbari1773 you can get a Tag Heuer Aquaracer at around 1500-1800$ which is a great everyday watch. Edit: MSRP is 2550$ but they go for wayyyy less on the grey market.

[@AnindaCBR1k]

beautiful watch. probably my favorite watch in all of Oris's lineup

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Same here. But I think the title gave that away.

[@flippinzippo9670]

That would be the Oris for me!

[@jayh9144]

100k woohoo. Congrats

[@TeddyBaldassarre]

Thanks jay!

[@BonDijon]

i love the red rotor.

[@ko311003]

One of the best watch!! Super cool!!

[@timothywillis8883]

Good video! Got a couple of them with different dial. Love them all!

[@michaelstots7107]

I love the red rotor I think it’s very cool

[@badllama8090]

Love Oris watches, had a couple of 'teething ' problems, but I wholeheartedly agree about the rotor, good video chap.

[@seayak]

what "teething problems"?

[@badllama8090]

@@seayak Had a minuscule screw from somewhere in the movement jam the rotor, this happened outside of the warranty period. They wanted to charge me but after a little conversation they completed the repair for free, just took a while but that’s because it went back to Oris for the repair. Didn’t put me off, I have three in my collection now and absolutely happy with them all.

[@seayak]

Thanks very much for the reply, glad this worked out!

[@gratefulot360]

Really great review, Teddy! Your photography is excellent. I almost pulled the trigger on the bronze version today however my discretionary fund isn’t quite there yet. I really love this watch. I already own a retro 70’s gray Oris Chronoris.

[@panda-pubgmobile1808]

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[@borjastick]

OK thanks for this. I actually went to a dealer yesterday to see this exact model because I love the blue. I was pleasantly surprised by its high quality, and the enthusiasm of the dealer, which may have been enhanced when he saw my Rolex Explorer. Maybe he took me a little more seriously at that point as some dealers can be a little sniffy. I liked the watch and it was in stock but I felt that it was too light. I am used to wearing a heavier watch and this Oris didn't have that weight of quality that I expected. I still may buy it but I'll have a think over Christmas. Good video, well done to you.

[@Ferien7]

Lol weight is not necessarily an indicator of quality

[@lemmetjie]

Nice review for the Oris Big Crown Pointer date. Would like to see a review for to a Tissot 1936.

[@williamparker2922]

Hands on review! Yes!!!

[@epoernomo]

Is the machine reliable? Is it durable? Shock resistant

[@raghavanmenon-sw5jm]

Does watches purchased from your site have manufacturer's global warranty?

[@mikec3454]

Great review ... I think this is a lovely watch at this price point. I'm very interested in the 36mm bronze Pointer Date with the green dial. Would like to see one in the flesh ...

[@soulg1969]

The Oris "Big Crown" with 5 day power reserve has eliminated the red on the back. After a long search I think I might have found my watch.