NEW Watch market is changing - ORIS Aquis Two Tone

[@garynorman]

The Oris Aquis was the very first ‘luxury’ watch I bought back in 2018, and several Tudor’s later it’s arguably still my favourite. I chose Oris because of the history, independence, and as you state the shear straight talking honesty of the brand … and by god they make a nice timepiece for the money.

[@BrittPearceWatches]

You know, I am such a big fan of Oris and what they are doing. And you nailed it - they just feel like no BS, great watches, perfectly priced. GET IN! And as always adrian, your videography is just magic!

[@jaime3465]

The price is kinda BS

[@Jack.Napier]

Love Oris and what they're doing. On the topic of using gold, Tissot also released a gold bezel PRX for less than 2k just a few months ago and that watch is also interesting.

[@Lawrence64]

I had a Tissot from early 90's that I passed onto my son a few years ago. It has gold and it just adds some character even aged like it is.

[@nickkypreos9457]

Like the Tissot gentleman steel gold

[@hockingham7160]

I love Oris as a brand, Their independence and price category is very important in my opinion AND they have heritage. I hope they get the popularity and coverage they deserve. I love my diver 65, this Aquis is the first Aquis I've throught, 'i want one'.

[@dialontrial]

Love Oris. Their watches stand out so much from the crowd, prices are more sensible, well made and look great. I always recommend Oris to people and none of them have been disappointed. Solid watches which embarrass many watches that cost a lot more

[@dakotajohnson9230]

oris is quickly becoming my favorite watch company

[@thetruthhurts7500]

lol

[@pauln0371]

You can't beat the old adage of Honesty is the best Policy. Bravo Oris. Bravo.👋👋

[@vvvhhhhhbb]

Oris is slowly sneaking up on the big boys. Not there yet, but making strives everyday.

[@petershallis2294]

I love pretty much everything they do

[@vvvhhhhhbb]

@@petershallis2294 wish they would bring back the "Jumping Hour" diver.

[@petershallis2294]

@@vvvhhhhhbb I wasn’t aware that there was a diver version

[@nickbyrne1962]

And, IMHO, Oris make some bloody good-looking,, excellent quality timepieces; if you’re sporting an Oris on your wrist, it quietly says “quality” and yet at the same time it never screams “Look at me! I’m loaded!”

[@SuperGilly71]

I’ve owned a few they’re pretty underwhelming really

[@MichaelPhelpsMedia]

Last week I said in a subreddit that my Diver's 65 was my most underrated watch. Not sure I will be able to say that much longer. Oris is getting the love it deserves these days. PS: 2-tone was the rage in the mid-80s and I think it's making a huge comeback. I love my 2-tone 16803 and am waiting on a new root beer.

[@samleong6916]

Bro, may i ask what is the material ring u worn for? Silver or white k gold? or just stainless steel?

[@jamesbramwell1454]

First of all, I love Oris, they’re a great brand and the Aquis Date was my first ever Swiss watch over 10 years ago! From my own experience / preference, I think you’re spot on with the two-tone comments, I have owned Tag, Oris, Omega and Rolex. My interest in two-tone has piqued and I can’t explain why!

[@brasso9393]

Possible to buy the gold bezel from Oris for bezel swap?🤔

[@Raph.Bogaert]

It's only a matter of time before I buy an Oris. This is a serious contender! I was also considering the Seamaster with the golden bezel. The specs of this Oris are amazing, with the 5 days, anti magnetism etcetera. It's just top notch.

[@YongJoonPaek]

oris is just a honest brand that makes great watches. no social baggage, just beautiful watches

[@cedshred1676]

That‘s a good looking watch. Yes, two-tone, but subtle. Are the hands and indices actual gold?

[@martinharrison4245]

Hi Adrian, I've just purchased a black bay s and g in 41mm, and love the brushed gold two tone look. The tudor now costs £4300 new, so how you can say that tudor is not a luxury brand . That's over 2 months salary for the average man . Not many people can afford to spend 4k on a watch , so to say Its not a luxury brand is just silly. Most of the famous Swiss watch brands are luxury watches. Yes they might not be in the patek phillipe leaque , but how many people own one of those ?

[@AKhan.28]

You said your wrist size is 16.5 cm or 7.5 inches? Which one is it?

[@mexxxxximum]

The numerals on the bezel are just coloured, right? They are not filled with gold. Dunno if that's possible anyway. So only the bezel is 18k?

[@markcopeman3552]

I have 3 older Oris's bought in the 80'& 90's they were an entry level swiss watch then. Its good to see them pushing themselves and doing so well now. They have quite a big range, but it's a shame they no longer make any tonneau shaped cases. Always nice to see something more unusual, but I suppose you have to make things with a fairly broad market appeal. Love that they still use date pointers on some watches.

[@BilalHussain-mt8yg]

i kinda liked the previous studio/backdrop. looked cozy and homely. this one looks Adrian's on the move and shooting a temp vid from a hotel room

[@olivierorban787]

Adrian, great video, thanks Own an Omega Planet Ocean black dial, an Oris Aquis Hangang Green dial, and a Longines Hydroconquest Blue Dial in my collection My Oris Aquis Green dial is the watch that I wear to most.

[@guitarsandcodeandrage9887]

Great review. Just curious, the entire bezel isn't one piece of gold, but is the edge? That is to say, it's not a piece of gold-plated steel, right?

[@watchmewithwatches]

My perfect Aquis? Like you said, with a quick adjust clasp! Love the quick release bracelet, so clever. Wonder how reliable (regardless of amazing warranty) this new movement will turn out to be?....

[@BobDyl]

Love the video. Small correction: 16.5cm is 6.5" not 7.5"

[@WatchRob]

Great review, but 16.5cm is about 6.5in. Is your wrist 6.5in or 7.5in? Just curious for size reference.

[@m.e.p.r]

Great video as always. Big fan of two-tone and Oris in general. And a much more rounded take on the state of the watch market than the utter BS that Oisin O'Malley is putting out at the moment.

[@orangedan5424]

Finally Oris updated their Aquis line. The two tone does make it look classy, but I think the movement upgrade and that super power reserve is impressive for the price point. Well done Oris 👏

[@mariog7213]

I think the two tone would feel more at home with the diver 65 but I like that they’re trying new things

[@shafeenshahid]

definitely a good move for oris

[@jameswilkes3186]

My first luxury watch was a two tone Rolex Datejust. It was back in1981. Been a fan of two tone ever since.

[@ginomaietta2702]

I don't understand the negativity around 2-toned watches: to me it's just another color choice. It's not outdated at all, it's extremely elegant and I have several. My first "nice watch" I bought with my own money at 19 yrs old was in 1997: a Fossil "Blue" 2-tone chrome and gold, aqua dial (exactly like the ORIS in this video) with MOON PHASE!! I was so proud to own it and I still have it in my watch collection. It still works too. I don't listen to snobs who follow trends and criticize your style choices, especially when certain styles are timeless (2-tone Rolex Datejust). Watch snobs are like tabloid writers.

[@notenoughtime7274]

Great video. I like two tone. I think solid gold case and bracelet is too bling. But gold accents around the dial/case makes it a little more interesting and stand out. Particularly paired with rubber or leather strap. Interesting how this trend seems to be coming back

[@edcfyau]

will the gold plating rub off?

[@lapelcelery42]

What exactly am I looking at at 5:00? I've never seen any other bracelet do that.

[@BarkandJack]

That’s their quick release system to check to a rubber strap. I’m not sure why I didn’t talk about it. The rubber straps are great.

[@lapelcelery42]

@@BarkandJack Cheers Adrian. I love the idea. Beautiful implementation.

[@horaciofrancomisa7088]

Sharp looking dive watch. Oris deserves the recognition they are getting. I love two tone its infinitely more wearable than a full gold bracelet. I hope they give the sixty five model a two tone option soon with different dial variations.

[@faizalhakim3772]

Personally I would have two tone over steel, hands down. The fascination of a rugged steel go anywhere only works at a certain price point. After that you have to be bonkers to have a steel over two tone or a gold variation.

[@hallokity123]

5:49 what watch is that? looks like a black bay 41 on a jubilee in all steel but I only see two tone on their website

[@Ixorpehc]

It's wise for Oris to limit the gold material as a decorative highlight on the bezel, hands, and indices in this Aquis design, instead of going all out into the bracelet like many Rolexes. It's enough to make a statement that the brand has made it into the territory of serious luxury, without losing its identity as a no-nonsense tool watch.

[@danieltaylor4475]

The Diver 65 is in a tricky price point. The new 65 with 5 day power reserve and in house movement is priced at $4,900 AUD. Compared to a BB58 at $5,000 AUD, I’m not sure if many people would pick the Oris?

[@oliverkuno8679]

I had the Oris with the 400 movement, it went to service for not performing 3 times and then I had the right to give it back. A watch that does not really works the way it is being advertised I not want in my collection. This calibre has lots of (known) issues and personally I would go for Tudor that you mentioned.

[@LiveLifeLarge851]

I've got an Aquis with the 400 movement and I am quite underwhelmed. The crown does not easily and surely move into its various positions after unscrewing it, the hands jump when setting it (although I heard that has been fixed) and the power reserve is definitely not 120 hours. It's a beautiful watch, but by no measure my best functioning watch.

[@oliverkuno8679]

@@LiveLifeLarge851 that is why I returned it to Oris, for the same reasons … no more of this

[@matthewhelm3035]

Interesting points Adrian. That Oris is amazing but more amazing would have been a lesser price point. I see a TT Explorer in your future. 😎

[@RobertOrtiz1015]

Love me some oris! I have 3 myself… i find that their Artilier models are highly underrated and overlooked. I have an LE artilier GMT with external buttons that allows you to skip the hour hand back and forth and it’s beautiful! Also an aquis and the bico d65. Great content as always!

[@cdeaker]

I think the latter discontinued Tudor Prince Date / Date Day (eg 76213) had solid gold bezel & crown with solid (but reinforced) gold midlinks

[@kerrywillner5626]

16.5 cm ? That is not 7 half inches but is 6 half. Which is correct ?

[@arcadialive4265]

Great video. I would love for you to do a review of Ulysse Nardin. I'm new to the brand but have already taken mine to the top of summits and through some amazing waves while I'm waiting for my new Rolex. As a surf/tool watch I have found this to be the closest in comparison for durability to Rolex. I have used Panerai, Zenith, Clerc, Omega, Hublot as well as other less expensive brands. Many of which I've found to not actually be really reliable in extreme water environments. Rolex has always been consistently functional as well as Cartier, some of their older sport models I tried in water sports years ago and they never leaked. Its actually amazing how much can be spent on a watch from many of these brands that doesn't actually do what they say it will do. I have been most disappointed in Omega for tool purposes. Sand getting stuck in the bezel on one model due to some quality control on how the bezel was placed. But so far, Ulysse Nardin has been flawless, reliable and done everything they claim like a Rolex. But I haven't seen it on your channel, maybe I missed them.

[@Nexus.Achiles]

I've come to really love and appreciate two-tone watches. I got my first and only TT piece in Sep 2020 - TT blue Sub41 aka Bluesy - and I've been enjoying it very much. I remember I used to dislike TT when I was younger but find it more interesting and appealing than steel these days, definetly a must have in anyone's collection. I'm approaching 50, could be another reason 😂.

[@therapiststeve3294]

I own an Oris Aquis and l'm very happy with it. This watch is bolder for Oris and I like it and the direction it seems to indicate they're heading in.

[@Valvey789]

Your metric conversion on the wrist size is a bit off I think. 6.5 in.

[@natesportsfanatic4670]

i like it but i feel if you put gold on the edge of the bezel you should also have a two tone bracelet not necessarily gold but the color

[@WolfgangVonKempelen838]

I usually don't like yellow gold in a watch, but this one looks gorgeous indeed! The perfect choice of blue to be paired with the yellow gold. I have a basic blue Oris Aquis 43mm and I Am considering it to upgrade to his one. Lovely timepiece.

[@hadisidaoui5784]

You have absolutely nailed it on this post, the transparency gives ORIS plenty of credibility & that is overlooked nowadays. On my 3rd ORIS & I can't be happier.

[@tarasmathers7423]

Agreed, Adrian. I also tend to believe that the influx of "micro-brands," w/ highly competitive offerings for fractional sums of that of entry level premium mainstream brands, has also put additional pressure for these brands to increase the value perspective of their offerings. Just a theory. Thanks for sharing this. Cheers....

[@fredtafel]

Tissot did it before Oris with the PRX

[@shaunhuxley3275]

doesnt the new Tissot PRX have a gold bezel? similar move to Oris?

[@TheBoldHairspring]

Man... Only if the crown was gold too I'd buy it in a heart beat. That being said I love Oris. I've got the blue dial 43.5 Aquis and it can easily compete with my Tudor BB or Omega PO. The bracelet even without a microadjust on the go, is still one of the most comfortable I've ever tried. Excellent articulation, build quality and finishing.

[@ElijsDima]

Good point. A gold crown would be a great accent for this - and even for many just-steel watches.

[@robertp5123]

Oris is really starting to grow on me. I like what this CEO is doing with the brand. I personally like the two tone. I have the Omega Seamaster 25th Anniversary Tantalum….. three different metals ….which includes their Sedna gold. The watch is not really spoken about in our industry and it really should be. Thank you for this episode.

[@inlandwatchreviews5745]

I have a bid on a Oris 40 mm big crown pointer date, the pointer date is a very unique was for the date complication .

[@markplayford5836]

Great video Adrian used to own an Aquis but unfortunately bought it when they only did the larger size. I found myself not wearing it as it was a bit too polished for a dive watch and a bit tooly for a dress watch (and too big of course). Plus the watch head was heavy therefore add gold and you ramp that up again! It looks fabulous however and works better with the green I feel. Nice one Oris.

[@Ride_on54]

I’m one step ahead of you already own a Oris Aquis i went Titanium for something different they are definitely an excellent watch for the money bang on my friend 👍

[@opbk88]

Big fan of Oris. My first watch purchase was a Divers 65, and even now as the least expensive watch in my collection, it’s still my favourite. A lot of credibility and trust in a brand like Oris. Looking forward to them offering the up-cycle with calibre 400!

[@PeaterTheGreat]

They could have been playing it close to the chest, and I don’t mean to be a downer, but I emailed them a few months back asking if it was realistic to expect a caliber 400 upcycle and they replied and said they had no plans to do so.

[@opbk88]

@@PeaterTheGreat I emailed them too, about a month after it was launched, received the same answer as you. Live in hope though!

[@misterloafer5021]

The two-tone Rolex explorer is a king in this respect. Many of us give or receive luxury watches as a celebration or reward for a mission accomplished. We don’t spend top dollar to accompany us on our struggles. The Explorer is perfect because we see all these challenges as metaphorical mountains to be climbed, and at the end of it, what better way to reward ourselves or our close ones, than with gold.

[@johnpuleo1532]

Great show!! I love two tone.. I own a Rolex 126613LB, it seems like when I wear it everyone around me can’t take their eyes off it.. love it

[@shafeenshahid]

Good observation at the end

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks for watching buddy.

[@verykeen2please]

ORIS best swiss VFM, family owned, non nonsense and not scared to do some things, alittle differently too

[@watchmewithwatches]

Well said!

[@alanmcgeagh3475]

Given the price of gold and the fact that it is easier to work than stainless steel, I am always depressed by the substantial price increase between steel and gold versions of the same watch. The amount of gold employed is often tiny but the increase in price is usually huge. I feel that all the brands rip us off royally when there is a gold version (or slight gold enhancement) in comparison with the steel version. Oris is the same. Price is up by 73% for (10 grams?) of gold which is worth about £400

[@roberttee4807]

Sorry, but I don't get it. The price difference between two tone and the normal Aquis 400 is 700€, which means +21%, not 73%. Or do I miss something?

[@jisezer]

Yeah, your logic doesn't fit man! In the US the price between the gold and stainless steel models is about 30% different. And while you are correct that gold is softer, it is not inherently any easier to machine. It's a bit obvious that the gold is a branding move, I'm trying to figure out why that is bad? If you want the previous metal version, spend the money. If you don't, then don't. You aren't being ripped off.

[@alanmcgeagh3475]

@@roberttee4807 The stainless steel Oris Aquis is £1,900 in the U.K. and the one featured is £3,300. As the sayting goes, "prices may vary in your region".

[@roberttee4807]

@@alanmcgeagh3475 Where do you get the price from? I guess 1900 £ is for the Aquis with SW200, not Caliber 400. List Price in the UK is 2750£.

[@joer4572]

Great video Adrian. Useful insight to two-toned watches.

[@r.8742]

Just got my 1st Oris. 65 diver. Omg its awesome. Wears so clean and the colors of black bezel. Dark blue Dial and the vintage style hr dots. Man. Its awesome. At for less than 2k. Love it !

[@downsouth1678]

Oris is actually a watch for the enthusiast, they are for real watch people , I have an Oris aquis 39.5 and it's just beautiful, I still enjoy it as much as when I first got it

[@thetruthhurts7500]

What a stupid statement. So, "real" watch people like boring ugly watches?

[@jeanlefranc3817]

You have a point : what Oris (and Longines) does is actually more relevant to most of us than the fluctuations of the Patek 5711 Green dial on Chrono24. I do respect Oris as a brand and I wouldn’t miss a podcast featuring their US CEO. Having said that, I am not a fan of the Aquis range and usually find two-tone outright tacky. I just don’t understand this watch. If I were, God forbid, to buy a two-tone model, I would go full two-tone, case and bracelet, Rolex Explorer style. Here, it looks like the bracelet was taken from a standard steel Aquis. PS : along with Oris, Sinn is another no BS company. Does what it says on the tin.

[@tmorris93]

Gerald Genta's personal royal oak was this configuration (full steel but with YG bezel). It's becoming more popular lately and I think it's a good way to jazz up a watch without making it too gaudy. See also the Apollo XI 50th (S+G) speedy and IWC's 1992 Ingenieur 500,000 A/M. The Cartier Santos two-tone has a similar feeling despite the yellow gold screws because it's a much subtler execution of two-tone for the bracelet compared to a middle link like on an oyster. IDK, I dig it.

[@jasoncostanzo5337]

I've been dying to know for years now...why would anyone use anti reflective coating on the top of a sapphire crystal? I guess the more direct question would be...why make a scratch resistant surface so easily scratchable?

[@carguy3645]

Absolutely amazing price for whet you get here. Omega and other brands would charge your 3 times as much or more. Oris makes very solid watches.

[@dperreno]

I wore two-toned watches for 25 years (a Seiko and a Zodiac), but the gold was just gold plated or gold filled and eventually wore off. I like that Oris is giving us solid gold on the bezel edge so it won't turn to silver as it wears over time. But as for me, I've done the two-toned thing and now I'm strictly one-tone. :-)

[@drwindsurf]

I just don't see many people talking about Oris but they make such awesome watches - Thank you for bring them back to top of mind

[@jameskwon7617]

I'm not sure if the move to two-tone is a sign of the health of the new watch market. I think it's really Oris trying to catch the wave of two-tone. It's been a downtrodden type of watch for awhile, but has been making somewhat of a comeback. Oris is just trying to provide an offering of that type in their lineup.

[@Dialandhands]

I think this is the more tastefully done 2 tone watches. With the 2 tone Rolexes they can look a to flashy but this looks really great with extra flare and class than the all stainless models.

[@BennyLlama]

It's a shame that the watch has rocketed up to 5k USD in the 6 months since this review. It really makes one think that a Seamaster might be a better purchase for not much more

[@t-o2947]

Oris is really consolidating their catalogue. Gone are the calibre 111 to 113 Arteliers, gone is the Gold of the Arteliers, but then all the movement and precious metal focus has shifted to Aquis and also Big Crown, I think that is the way forward. I find all these dedicated editions a bit too much, doesn’t seem serious anymore with so many all over the place. Better focus on a few and do that consistently and with real dedication. Definitely eyeing that Gold Bezel Aquis, beatiful!

[@SamrayGTR]

I can definitely see 2 toned or even full gold versions of Diver's 65, Big Crown Pointer dates, and rectangles. I can see a full yellow, rose, and white gold versions of the Aquis but I guess we'll seeeeeeee! Great video on this Adrian!!

[@minirock1980]

Oris makes some great watches, and their Limited Editions usually have some good theme/stories or charitable cases linked to them rather than just limited colour run and calling it Limited edition, they seem to put some thought in to it.

[@ab-surd]

Love the watch, it's gorgeous!!! If the mid links of the bracelet were gold also, I'dd buy one in a heartbeat.

[@GilHolten]

Great Watch but I am not a fan of the mix of materials. Personally, I feel it is a little bit too much of everything. Blue Dial and Gold Bezel go well together but with the Steel Bracelet it doesnt work for me. Black Rubber would do it for me!

[@erikkalifornia5182]

Hate to say it, but watching you in the video rotate the bezel, i saw A LOT OF PLAY. Something I would never expect in a watch that cost over $3,000.

[@mexxxxximum]

Beautiful. Watch out, tomorrow release of a new Cal. 400-2 Diver's 65 GMT!!

[@winstonthecuttlefish5352]

Does the moving minute hand when setting date issue with the Calibre 400 still exist? If so, this is irrelevant no matter how good it looks.

[@Pazman333]

I like Two-Tone watches a ton! I have a couple of them and wear them often.

[@AW-wm9bk]

..very interesting point of view!Greetings from Zürich

[@ItsMinarmy]

Next time make sure the lav mic is pointing in your direction

[@portfarm]

Looking at the blue two tone sub side by side with the Oris, and comparing specs, how would you explain to a stranger who knew nothing about watches why one is £3k and the other £11k (if you can get one)? The incredible power of brand and the unfathomable increase in desirability that comes with unobtainability… most of us want what we can’t have. What a great product from Oris though

[@PizzaHomie]

Nice watch! Though looks like Oris still has the issue with bezel back play

[@markpiper6249]

The waitlist problem for Rolex, AP and PP are making us look at other brands who are offering stunning alternatives. I like the look of this Oris. Love the channel Adrian 🖐

[@hodad924]

If you buy an Oris over one of those 3, you’ve lost the plot. Also, you can’t afford those 3 if Oris is catching your eye.

[@thetruthhurts7500]

LOL

[@markpiper6249]

@@hodad924 I’ve got a few of the three in my collection already and have been waiting for a few years for additional watches from an AD. No stock available to me, despite purchase history. So it’s not about the money nor for the want of trying. I’ve not considered Oris and I’m always open to suggestions. 🖐

[@raymondhernandez]

I think Panerais in the secondary marker are very interesting. A lot of decent watches at big discount.

[@Nibbz23]

I still feel as though this is wayyyy overpriced considering the gold-bezeled Tissot PRX retails for $1800

[@ClaxtonBay123]

That PRX isn't in the same Stratosphere as this watch. Starting with the movement

[@smcl8419]

I partly agree. Paying an extra £1700 for a few grams of gold on that Aquis is ridiculous. But the PRX in gold is also overpriced. Both watches in steel offer a good level of value for money. But the gold versions are a rip off.

[@terrywiseman5268]

Crown and center links should be gold too. Not solid maybe capped like tudor.

[@donmongoose]

That is a beauty of a watch. Blue and gold usually ends up looking cheap and tacky (Invictus, I'm looking at you) but this Oris just oozes class.

[@BondUpNorth]

Nice move for Oris, certainly an under appreciated Brand outside of the Watch Community

[@billmuir4897]

Oris…. great to see you championing something outside the Rolex-Omega punch up. You have consistently held this line. Long may you continue. Keep up the excellent work and variety.

[@mdfashionco]

I love how honest they are with the gold too

[@KeepingWatchUK]

I really want to like Oris more than I do. I just find their cases too puck-like. There’s too abrupt a meeting between the strap & case because the latter is almost too round. I really can’t get past that hour hand, either!

[@jewelsbylovest.maarten5971]

Those stunning shots exposes the beauty that is otherwise easy to miss. Amazing 👏📷

[@philipreinert4113]

I’m waiting for Tudor to do a two tone BB58. That would be epic.

[@Brian1f1]

The new Black Bay S&G models are actually really sweet.

[@edteach3r]

I love these watches, but cannot understand why Oris persists in adding AR coating to the outside of the crystal. The rest is epic.