ORIS AQUIS 39.5 (5 month review)

[@mbrackmann8]

I’ve had mine for about 3 months. Absolutely loving it! It was my first watch over $1000 and I think it punches above it’s weight. Definitely a little biased, but it’s a great watch nonetheless.

[@DWilliam1]

Matt Brackmann Oris makes a good value watch. I agree.

[@ams914]

I got the green one, it's stunning. I had an Aquis a few years ago as well and they have really improved the quality since then.

[@wvdavidr]

I just bought the Aquis Clean Ocean (same size) and love it! I think Oris is hard to beat, esp. for the price! Thanks for the excellent and honest review for us.

[@jeffreybowden9835]

As a true review, we would appreciate hearing some of the negatives. No watch is perfect, but all of yours are just wonderful.

[@wilsp]

It has no negatives!

[@kleinbottled79]

'In house movement' sounds great until service time. That's when you are happy to have a generic movement no?

[@danielespinoza6569]

kleinbottled79 That’s exactly what I thought about when buying my 30’s anniversary watch... I ended up buying an ETA based one.

[@mikec3454]

You're absolutely correct. This entire "in-house movement" strategy is nothing but smart marketing and ensures that the brand gets the additional money down the road for service. It's no different than car dealerships, where most of their revenue is generated in post-sales service, warranty work, etc. While I own watches that are "in-house", it certainly is not a driving factor in my decision to buy this watch over that one.

[@markibanez7215]

How much does the service cost anyway?

[@Flu_Tang_Clan]

Great review, thanks. There are not enough long term watch reviews out there, so I appreciate this.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

JMS thank you 🙏

[@dorningarts]

I have owned ceramic bezels and watches for over 10 years, I have never marred one at all, I am surprised you did

[@storey2006]

I got mine on Friday very hard to get in 39.5mm in UK I also have it with brushed braclet. The 43.5mm is way to big for someone with a small wrist like me I have a 6" and a half inch wrist roughly. So for anyone who has a small wrist like me I would highly recommend this watch. Great review.

[@garmin1488]

The best looking Aquis so far. The size is perfect, the newer hands are great, love the lume, might pull the trigger on this one, wish you buy the rubber strap separately for a reasonable price.

[@datboytalkinrungotellem]

they made a 40mm version briefly before discontinuing. proportions are better, not as chunky :)

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

My first foray into the luxury level right here. I got the green and liked it so much a got the dark blue a few months later.

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

@Jaime Yang my black bay is the 41mm but my aquis are 39mm

[@jamsxr]

Thanks for the review. Keen to pick one up. The fact they do it in 39.5 makes all the difference 👍

[@MrLeafsta]

I picked up the 43 green dial version. A stunning watch. Everything feels solid. I'm enjoying the experience. Screwed links too

[@mvrdamonxy7942]

Does it have a screw down crown?

[@MrLeafsta]

@@mvrdamonxy7942 Yes it does.

[@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces]

These are such a great watch! Love mine and wear it all the time. Nice vid:)

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

TimeToGo Travel And Timepieces I agree bob thank you

[@lucamarcello9696]

The new Aquis has polished outer links. But actually, I like the brushed bracelet on this one much better. Nice review, thanks!

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Thank uou

[@CharlieLeal13]

I’m getting one next month. I already own a blue 43mm and I love it.

[@darianenriquesotocanada6552]

Thank god 🙏 men, so many people doing reviews and never give the Lug to Lug measurement, thanks for you review 👍🔥

[@jstrat121]

Since you took the case back off to adjust,I would get pressure tested before swimming or diving........just sayin.

[@aschaphi]

Great video. Great watch. Your first video about the Aquis helped decide to buy the new 39.5 model. I have 6.7 inch wrist. Wanted an Aquis before, but it was too big for me. Think this size will fit perfect. I ordered exactly the same but only with the rubber strap. Maybe will get the bracelet later too. Hopefully will get the watch today. Keep up the good work!

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

aschaphi That’s awesome congratulations on your new watch

[@hu2mberto]

How did it fit?? I'm 6.5 wrist and debating between this and the 41??

[@goodtips8973]

Thank you for sharing your overview. It is very useful because I'm considering to buy an Aquis II Clean ocean LE with beautful azure dial.

[@steveottavaino3804]

Have an Oris Aquis Source of Life on a bracelet, love at first sight and try-on. Looking to get a smaller daily diver and this may well be it. Thanking you for sharing and helping to burn down my already weak bank account. Hoping for some different dials colors from Oris in this size, blue, green, charcoal, whatever. A very healthy, happy, and productive New Year to you and yours!! Ciao.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Steve Ottavaino that’s awesome. Thanks for watching and happy new year 🎊🎆🎈

[@stauffer65]

A beauty very lucky to have that model. Love the lume! Lo e the over all style. A keeper??

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Watches Galore yes it is ! Thank you Scott 👍

[@mikec3454]

The Sellita movement is apparently less prone to positional variation than the 2824. I have a spot open in my collection for a diver, definitely considering the 39.5 Aquis. I think I would get it on the Oris rubber because it looks so darn comfortable.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Mike C it’s a great diver 👍

[@richsun247]

Just acquired this timepiece today. Need to size it but i cannot wait to have it as my daily. I also have a Tudor BB58 as well as a Rolex GMTII Rootbeer along with others. However this Oris checks off all the boxes. Would love to have Oris start making more inhouse movements.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Richard Sun nice 👍 I always wanted a bb58 also

[@richsun247]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 Bob's watches has some new and pre-owned for great prices.

[@Bugster987]

Very nice watch and perfect size too.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Bugster987 thanks 🙏

[@allankleidon6437]

Loved your feline Supervisor.

[@JonathanLov]

I love the blue lume.

[@OFD]

Happy new year man!! That's a keeper!! Beautiful, and the Oris brand.....awesome 😎👍🍾🍻

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Aron Dunlap-OFD Watch Channel thanks Aron ! Happy new year to you

[@mikis09]

Thank you for reviewing the watch i just ordered it !

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

mikis09 you’re welcome 😉

[@yoavzruya]

An awesome Affordable alternative to the submariner.

[@TundraAbril]

Thanks for the review man, I'll probably pull the trigger on the blue version. Have you noticed how long does it glows in the dark for? Seems like it dies real quick.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Samver85 lasts all night into morning. It’s very good lume

[@TundraAbril]

Marshall Time Thank you very much for replying back man. I'm definitely getting this watch!

[@James-lx5vk]

Is this the brushed bezel version? What made you go for this and not the gloss? Thanks for taking the time to make the video.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

James brushed. I didn’t want it flashy . Thanks

[@James-lx5vk]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 In some video's the watch appears grey rather than black depending on the lighting. Do you find this with yours?

[@stanmann1984]

Happy New Year!!! I have been on the fence with the 43.5 model and I just saw your vid yesterday when you first got the 39.5 model lol. I use to like larger watches but after I bought my seiko sary079 cocktail time which is 40.5mm I fell in love with watches around that size. I was thinking that 39.5 would be a little too small but after seeing it on your wrist which is about the same size as mine it looks great!! It has wrist presence but not over powering. Great vid👌 I might check it out for my bday this year😎

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

stanmann1984 I highly recommend one you will not be disappointed

[@stanmann1984]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 thanks so much and I think I have made my decision for my bday present after watching this! I most definitely will be checking it out! 🍻

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

stanmann1984 You’re very welcome you will enjoy it

[@TehButts]

Good review. I have one myself with the blue dial and I love it. However, did you encounter your lug screws becoming loose over time? I got one of the lug screws on mine fall off one month after purchasing new. AD got it sorted out, but i’m concerned if it will get loose again. Screwdriver is also hard to source as it is proprietary. I have yet to find a 3rd party one that fits.

[@cleminator]

Hi Chris, I really enjoy your calm but still enthusiastic review style. Do you personally have any strap options for this watch or do you prefer to wear it on the stainless steel bracelet? The date window at the six o'clock position is tugged away perfectly.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Clemens Kraus I love it on the bracelet 👍 thank you for your kind words

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

Great watch. I owned the 43.5mm my next one will be the 39.5 mm.

[@kckaz4453]

I like the raccoon in the background!

[@maiden4605]

Hi have you tried the 41.5 mm version. I hear that wears more like a 40mm sub as well?

[@trevorlear734]

Thanks for the awesome video! Do you know how thick the bracelet is at the clasp?

[@iclogtoilets3483]

Is the bracelet on this matte black version totally brushed or brushed/polished?

[@SacreDro]

How about servicing, do you need to take it to Oris or your local watchmaker?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

The car guy local 👍

[@mohammadzaman8713]

How did you find one that's fully brushed????? Was it done aftermarket or is the an actual brushed variant? Looks sooooooooooooooo much better fully brushed! Also what is the size and wrist feel like compared to a submariner (or a ceramic sub)? I tend to go for smaller watches around 40mm or less but since the aquis has integrated lugs I'm worried that it will wear much smaller and look too small for a modern looking diver

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Mohammad Zaman it’s still available. Not sure of model number.

[@DWilliam1]

Mohammad Zaman They make it in a 43mm now.

[@paulgeddes7384]

I would def pull the trigger for a brushed finish. Tool watch essential.

[@mohammadzaman8713]

@@DWilliam1 that's perfect, would you happen to know the reference number?

[@DWilliam1]

@@mohammadzaman8713 Google it. They make most of their Aquis collection in 43. I own the Lake Baikal 01 733 7730 4175

[@mariarfromcd10_dh49]

What is the reference number this model? Is is the fully brushed / matte aquis?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Not sure it was a long time ago and no longer have it

[@DaneFerolin]

Beautiful watch, is it diver iso? Just wondering, obviously 300m is plenty

[@angrykaren]

Im thinking whether i should buy exactly this one (fully brushed) or Christopher Ward C60 Elite 1000. Oris is a bit cheaper a specially that it is available locally and I don't need to pay extra 500 Euro import tax. What is Your opinion? Is it worth to go with CW?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

But the Oris ! Great brand with amazing heritage! Nothing with Christopher ward . Also the Aquis from my experience is a lot of watch for the money

[@mogsternut1]

Hi. is there a 41.5mm version at this price point? and lastly, i dont understand differences between the date and diver (or are they the same?) sorry for stupid question!

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

I think so . The diver I believe I always has the date

[@paulgeddes7384]

Is the bracelet completely brushed?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

On this model yes

[@paulgeddes7384]

What's the reference? I would buy this model in a heartbeat. Really impressed. Oh, Merry Christmas!

[@g3ultra]

What's the reference number for that particular model? I like it with the brushed bezel and bracelet links. I'll end up ordering online and want to make sure I get the right one, as not everyone has the same models.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

g3ultra not sure what it is . Can find out when I’m back home .

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

g3ultra go back in my videos when I first reviewed it . You will see model number in description

[@pmac206]

Was it hard to find a screw driver to fit the links for Resizing? I'm new to screw in links But love the idea of them.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Patrick McAvoy no not bad , just need to get a little screw driver set .

[@mvrdamonxy7942]

I dont know what to pick the black or the green

[@raifus80]

Can you tell me the weight of the watch? Thanks

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

I sold it . Sorry

[@pioleq]

How do You compare that oris to submariner afa quality?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

pioleq submariner is better quality. Aquis is not far behind, big price differences also . Thanks

[@MihirGVaze]

what is the weight of the watch?

[@dav5629]

Hi. Is the bracelet fully brushed ?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Yes

[@dav5629]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 thanks. What is the réf? Exists in 41.5mm ?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

@@dav5629 it’s a 39.5 not sure of reference number

[@Marc-fu1os]

Does the 39 mm Oris have sapphire on the back? Because I heard it does not, BUT the 43.5 mm version has!?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Gigge I’m not sure 🤔

[@four4bman979]

What kind of accuracy can be expected ?

[@AR-rk9nn]

My aquis gets about +/- 3 seconds a day sometimes a second a day

[@josepmariaaguascaribot9239]

ETA 2824 - 2 (without date wheel) ?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Josep Maria Aguasca Ribot this has a sw200

[@lucapetreri1770]

Hello. Wrist size?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

7.5

[@lucapetreri1770]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 man today i tried 41. but like u know the color changes for every kind of oris and i really want buy the full black. do u think 41 and 39 are not so different? did u try the 41? tnks for help.

[@zbysiu640]

Hey do you think the 43mm will fit good with a 7inch wrist?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

zbysiu I’m not sure but I think it would

[@zbysiu640]

Marshall Time can you adjust the braclet size on the 43mm

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

zbysiu yes

[@AR-rk9nn]

Easily

[@eduardodelarosa3507]

ookay somboody help, i am between aquis oor seastar 1000 ????? i mean seastar way more chepear help

[@AlAl-tn8ty]

i have same,but 43.5mm...very nice...+4sec a day

[@zulu6ix290]

Have you dived yet?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Lol 😂

[@zulu6ix290]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 lol that was fast.

[@michaelfierman3256]

hi, is this the matte version (4124) or the glossy ( 4134) ?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Michael Fierman 4124 is matte

[@michaelfierman3256]

@@ChrisMarshall1978007 thanks man. love it.

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

Michael Fierman you’re welcome 👍

[@user-fc9qc8lf9h]

Good. Price for Russia is big, but i wont it.

[@pitbull_angel]

👌🌟✨👍🔥🔥🔥

[@Mcorre]

39.5 or 43.5 w you advice for me?

[@ChrisMarshall1978007]

miguel xorrea it’s totally up to you . You need to try them on

[@u.u.u9969]

Oris vs Victorinox?

[@ugaais]

My sons cat...lol ....

[@Mile-long-list]

You bought the ladies version

[@lowersaxon]

So what?

[@ArthurShelby-PB]

A lot of replica fakes out there so makes me think what’s the point in even buying this ;(

[@elmct6671]

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