ORIS DIVERS SIXTY-FIVE - An Awesome First Serious Watch!

Hi Guys,
If you follow me on Instagram, you'll know this review has been in the pipeline for a while, and if you don't follow me on instagram, then... what are you playing at? @barkandjack
The Oris Divers Sixty-Five (65) is an amazing watch for anyone, but it would be the perfect watch for someone who is looking for their first serious watch, or first swiss watch, or first watch over £1,000 ($1,000).
Let me know what you think of this bronze bezelled Oris diving watch.
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[@kieronjohnson8834]

I wore a 'non date' Submariner for 19 years and a few months ago I saw this watch on the net and fell in love. Soon after I turned my Submariner back into a pile of cash and picked up the Sixty Five with the bronze bezel. It's just so much more interesting than the Sub. Now I'm no longer just another 'me-too' Sub owner but a watch fan with an extra $5000 in the bank. I liked the Sub and it served me well, but this I love.

[@ManWithNoShame]

So the sub you wore for 19 years was not beloved?

[@danbrown4090]

Avresti dovuto tenere il Sub e comprarti il Diver 65!

[@Kilimanjahro]

@@ManWithNoShame I can understand that. The "sub wearer" today is not the sub wearer of 19 years ago. As the "landscape" changes, so does the feeling within i guess. And "love" is a very overrated word to use discribing items as well isnt it?🤷‍♂

[@TheVisserthree]

@@ManWithNoShame With an Oris, there’ll be less chance of someone is getting mugged. But I kind of agree that I would rather keep a 19 years sub instead of selling it. Not everyone is a collector, though.

[@saintsmccastle3521]

Well. It is funny to use a glove to avoid patina and you turn the bezel with your fingers when you have the hand in your pocket. Really nice watch.

[@iclogtoilets3483]

Well. It is funny that it is his watch so if decided to use his hands than so be it. -Sir Willie Stroker

[@lhoan004]

I Clog Toilets he says in the video that he borrowed the watches for review. So they are definitely not his watches

[@Mardello]

@@lhoan004 who cares

[@alexcrayfish]

One reason I love Oris is, that they are still independent. While I can appreciate the benefits of conglomerates like the Swatch Group (saving brands from extinction) , it´s still nice to know there are independent brands out there.

[@thermionic1234567]

Alexander Krebs Not only are they independent, they escaped from Swatch/ETA!

[@aquariumaddickuk]

Totally agree.it amazes me that anyone would buy a tag over an oris.such nice watches & they just do their own thing discreetly with minimal advertising

[@Molnboman]

I just flipped mine after owning it 6 months. I really enjoyed it. Very comfortable to wear, nice size for my 7” wrist. The bronze detail didn’t patina but leather strap aged and darkened very quickly.Just a very nice watch with a cool heritage vibe.

[@gregpidgeon1167]

Just got the blue 42mm oris 65. Wasn't sure but pulled the trigger and I am now in love.⌚❤

[@tillist1]

Been looking at Oris for the last couple weeks since I've begun looking for my first really serious time piece and saw the 65 line and this watch in particular is incredible. The bronze elevates this watch to a whole other level and the creaminess of the faux patina lume markers pulls it all together incredibly. I am really looking forward to this piece being in my collection. In the US Oris doesn't seem to be a very big brand, from my limited knowledge but I am really hoping I find one some where to see in person and try on since seeing a beautiful watch and product is vastly different than just a picture of one. Good stuff, keep up the great content!

[@dennisjanssen3887]

This video made me buy the watch (on bracelet) two weeks ago. Absolutely loving this watch! Thanks for the review!

[@BarkandJack]

It’s an amazing watch. Such much character.

[@nauriskekstas9829]

I am about to buy one too!!😂😂

[@Billeh556]

I’m so glad you explained too why they use sellita and not ETA. Also, years ago Oris sold itself to the swatch group, the SG wanted to turn Oris into a entry level cheap watch and Oris didn’t want that and they bought it back off the SG.

[@devinmurps4915]

Decided to trade with a new friend in the hobby, my 43mm Aquis Date for the 42mm green dial Diver’s Sixty-Five..it should be in on Tuesday, can’t wait!

[@devinmurps4915]

Edit: It came in on Tuesday, it’s a black dial 42mm Diver’s Sixty-Five; the photos I saw initially had made the dial seem green in the lighting. I love this piece and haven’t stopped wearing it since! The taper on the bracelet is just..perfection. Finally, a watch to take wrist time away from my Aquaracer 300m!

[@andydixon2388]

Just got back from Basel, and Oris was a definite highlight. Some great new releases to come and these vintage divers are great looking, great value pieces.

[@BarkandJack]

Oris was great. Maybe my favourite.

[@happy_burger]

I have no issues with the Sellita movement but I wish they started regulating them. In $2k watches that would be appropriate imo

[@johnrowntree5450]

I haven't touched mine to reset in in over 10 days and it is 20 seconds fast. I'll take that. I have the navy blue with date at 3 and I still love just looking at it.

[@maxmeier532]

Well, with all the variance in production a few eggs will run well. It's a mathematical fact.

[@john-carlosynostroza]

Yeah, well, you can get an unregulated Orient right out of the box that will probably be 2 to 5 seconds a day.

[@hugedickerinokripperino5299]

I went with the cward over this one. The oris looks great but the cward looked like it gave more watch for less money. It also has a selita thats running 2-5 seconds a day in all positions

[@kane7288]

I own this watch. Beautiful, it keeps time to +3 seconds per day. The strap turns a lovely chocolatey brown after a couple of months. Great value and superb quality.

[@Chris-ke1om]

I have the Blue/Black face and it's become my everyday watch. Super comfortable on the rubber strap or bracelet. I got lucky and have only been losing about 3 seconds a day. That's better than I got with eta's and the 6139 from Seiko. My only regret is not getting the one with a black face and bronze bezel.....

[@philtechGT3]

It’s a beauty! I just bought a Tudor GMT and got an Oris Divers 65 42mm as a birthday gift 2.5 years ago. I’m thinking about selling the Oris 42mm to buy the new 40 or 36mm. But it’s a birthday gift and I won’t sell the GMT...

[@petesjk]

My Oris keeps time to within 2 seconds a day, so it seems a Sellita movement can run just as well as an ETA. Sellita has also hired highly regarded movement designers, so I don’t think there’s a fundamental flaw with their versions of ETA movements.

[@jamesmason4420]

three years later this watch on a rubber strap (unfortunately, but easily remedied) is going for $1,495USD on sale. Great review on a watch for persons like myself only a year in to the world of watch enthusiasm. I'm trying to convince myself to hold out for the Tudor BB58, but this Oris is a very temping alternative. Thx Adrian.

[@Harvin87]

The price is great, way underrated watch, it’s absolutely beautiful

[@BrianJones-cu2sx]

What did you decide on? I was dead set in the BB58, but now I’ve discovered this watch. And to be honest, even though the specs aren’t as good.. it looks better to me than the BB

[@mihamoto]

Great review. But you show with the glove to protect the bezel, and at the end of the video you touch it with your bare hand to turn it....

[@Vow247]

I tried one of these on today on the tapered bracelet. Gorgeous watch. It’s made me question whether I should bother saving for a Black Bay. Great content, love the production and music.

[@BarkandJack]

They really are great watches. I personally would push for a Black Bay still. Oris give you amazing value for money, but I think Tudor give you even more so.

[@CoberBox1]

Just bought this watch on a whim. I’m almost exclusively a vintage Zodiac collector. Was in a local AD today to drop off a seashell one of my boys found on the beach and asked to be made into a necklace. Saw this exact model sitting in the case and instantly thought to myself, that’s my next watch. They agreed to fit it with the steel bracelet as well as the rubber strap and by fault, threw in the leather strap.

[@AleksiJoensuu]

My spouse is an artesan leather accessory worker. She makes, well, BDSM scene inspired fashion accessories but they are made with the same sort of techniques as watch straps. The reason the edges of the leather is sealed is because it greatly enhances the life of the leather. As I understand it protects from moisture ingress and stops the leather from fraying at the same time. So that shiny edge you don't like is there to keep that strap nice and usable for longer. Which seems smart to me especially in a highly water resistant watch with a leather strap - people are going to get it wet. Maybe the way to make it look old and patina'd is to, well, use it. ;) Speaking of the strap, I wonder if they tried using a piece of bronze for the tongue of the buckle? Would have been in keeping with the steel and bronze look. That bezel seemed really easy to turn when you turned it in your video.

[@xmuninu]

Another winner from Oris, a real beauty. You should seriously consider adding this one to your collection.

[@Tonyip83]

I visited the store afew days ago. Great experience. Loved the new 40mm size as a pose to my 42mm 65 diver.

[@paulcommerford1802]

I have been thinking seriously of getting one of these and your video has tipped me over the edge. Good, no-nonsense review!

[@LorrieZwer]

Oris is definitely on my list, but I'm not a fan of the bronze bezel. Without (at 40mm) should be an option.

[@robertmerlo6505]

Great watch, i have the navy dial & date at 3 o’clock. I also fell in love with the domed Sapphire, very retro look to it. I am always getting compliments on how beautiful that dome looks. And on a leather strap as well! Look wonderful dressed up too. Keep up the great content!

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks Robert. It was the dome that I fell in love it. It's perfectly done, and it's not very common to see. Good work buying one. I hope to do the same one day. Cheers, Adrian

[@dhannylil2191]

the one with 3o'clock date is 42mm diameter, this one with 6 o'clock date window is 40mm also known as the movember edition. of course, if im not mistaken 😊

[@simonb4666]

I have to say - being honest, I've always seen Oris as a bit of a "why would you?" option, given what else is available, particularly used, at that price point. But ... this is stunning. Absolutely stunning. Seriously tempted. Great review - thanks!

[@BarkandJack]

Hey Simon, I’m completely with you on that feeling. That was until I saw the Divers Sixty Five range. That swung it for me. Glad you like the review. Have a great Sunday. 🍻

[@coronetmag]

I just received yesterday “A Man & His Watch” so it was fun to see it in your video (if I’m not mistaken). Great review! Great video! Thank you!

[@BarkandJack]

Hey Danny, you’re correct. I haven’t had time to sit down and read it properly, but there are some gorgeous pieces in there. Enjoy 👍🏻

[@HuzzleMuzzle7]

Is that the book you are reading in the video?

[@hanxor]

7:42 - it's hand applied leather wax - used to seal ends - this is only done in upscale leather goods. it's baller

[@richardstiles6370]

I have just bought this watch. Waiting for her to arrive. Eta seem to have problems with their movements at present. My Hamilton is in again for repair. But love the watch!!

[@fletcherlewis]

Never really been a watch person, sold afew Seikos I had and got a black face 65 ,.... .....its got me hooked

[@WristMech]

Agree. Oris is a wonderful brand, and this particular model is awesome. ETA or not is unimportant as both movements are really fine. What matters is a good design and a very nice size for a diver. But I have a question: at 00:14 you zoom in on an Oris. What model is that? Is it one of their historical pieces? Since you zoomed in on it you may perhaps know the answer...

[@BarkandJack]

Hey buddy, it was one of their historic pieces in their little museum. I don't know the reference unfortunately. I arrived at the shop late after work and they were about to close up, so I quickly shot what I needed and ran off with the watches.

[@corbanfraser3582]

These videos are just getting better and better.

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks Corban. 🙌🏻🍻

[@nauriskekstas9829]

I love the way you describe Oris as a company. You turned me into a fan of Oris...😄

[@matthart101]

Bought an Oris Diver 65 42mm on the bracelet. Couldn’t be happier. Thanks for the push.

[@Brandon-xo4pk]

really interested to see visual diff between 36 and 40mm

[@flyfishinmarty]

Brandon, just tried both on, because I have a tiny wrist. The 36 looks better, but the lug width is horribly with the tapered strap.

[@Brandon-xo4pk]

Marty Staton thanks! Definitely considering it as my next buy. Now comes the dilemma between blue or bronze...

[@iclogtoilets3483]

I hope someone doesn't steal the Oris Bear like at Baselworld. Awesome video. Keep up the great work. Best regards, Sir Willie Stroker

[@BarkandJack]

Hey Sir Willie Stroker (best name on the Internet!) thanks again for stopping by. And glad you like the video. 🙌🏻

[@alexanderhuber5316]

Could you please direct to the nearest SKWALEEEE?

[@iclogtoilets3483]

Alexander Huber Yes Sir lol. I adore Oris, Tudor and Seiko. But Squale what can I say? It's like the feeling I get when I bite into a York Peppermint Patty. Best regards, Sir Willie Stroker

[@georgemaroufidis7452]

The Suburban Gentry ahaha 🤣

[@Billeh556]

Blatant copy of the urban Gentry lol

[@MrChunghau]

Lovely watch but from a previous experience I would not trust Oris to look after their customers. Once a company loses that trust it doesnt matter how good their products are. Glad you liked them - great informative vids

[@ioio5993]

I've been wearing my Oris Big Crown daily for well over 25 years now. Obviously, I like it - a lot.

[@MrZB-ie8zv]

Selita.... it is ETA....for the "public"...same movements, all parts interchangeable....great movements...

[@Megabeagle34]

If only Oris had used a white date wheel and made the date-aperture the same shape as the 12:00 marker (but flipped upside-down) and outlined the aperture in the same bronze outline to help maintain symmetry... It's still a gorgeous watch though!

[@emreisiklar]

Maybe the strap side will age as well, it is a nice Tudor alternative for me, great video many tnx!

[@Leventgursoy11]

Emre bey, gecen hafta oris 65 bronze bezel aldım. Gerçekten çok hoş ve klas bir saat ama benim Tudor Black bay 58 im de var. Bence Tudor çok daha yapılı bir saat ve çok daha dayanıklı hissettiriyor. Oris ise daha çok elbise saati gibi. Aslına bakarsan ben Orisi biraz daha fazla sevdim . Gün-de sadece 2s kadar ileri gidiyor. E ger aklınızda varsa tavsiye ederim. Hollandadan sevgilerle... Levent

[@chadjanz5036]

Have the brown dial version of this. Just a beautiful simple everyday watch. Can dress it up and down and at 40mm wears beautiful.

[@PhilipWing]

A rocket appartamento rocket machine! That is insane for a watch store! A quality product!

[@waltman36]

I have it on the bracelet. Awesome watch, vintage class!

[@Chris_BQ]

Just bought this as my first "proper" watch (while waiting for my AD to get me the almighty 214270). Arrived yesterday, could not be happier. It is an absolutely gorgeous piece. I only found this because of your review. So, big thanks for that...! Keep up the very good work... all the best, Chris

[@thecatheteriser]

Bought it for 900usd on steel. Love it!

[@PeedyPeter]

wow, this is such an interesting watch. Awesome Oris gave you the opportunity to experience and review some of their watches. Curious about what more there is to come. really like this one. as a understated desk diver, with the bronze, date at 6, and the amazing double domed sapphire.

[@joncalvo3591]

Adrian. After watching some of you’re Oris watch video’s , I HAD to look at some at my AD. Yep, fell in love. Bought the 65 Bronze steel deep brown. Then the Black 65 with the numbers inverted black in the colored boxes. Then the Save the Ocean, little thick, but again, I love it and all three. Thanks for turning on to Oris !!

[@1701spacecadet]

Walks home with an Oris bag. Gets mugged by some chav on a moped.

[@Joe_Cribben]

1701spacecadet Sadly this is becoming more and more true. A good quality backpack is a great buy for this.

[@markplayford5836]

Bought an Omega a few weeks ago. The bag was huge with Omega on it so my wife wore the watch and we left the bag in the jewellers until we were ready to leave the city. Only a short walk to car park, but even then wished we had another bag to put it in!

[@simonb4666]

Yup. I popped into an Omega boutique last week, just browsing, and they gave me the catalouges in a ma-hoo-sive Omega bag. I've never felt so vulnerable walking through Birmingham! I didn't want to get shanked just for some catalogues!

[@LesterLovesWatches]

I always have a supermarket bag on me to dump the other one in. In Russia in the bad old days you would also have a cabbage to pop right on the top. Yeah, just shopping for veg.

[@kingoftampa]

here in America you can have a gun in most cities; we have zero motor bike muggings.

[@emptybucket1988]

LOVE What ORIS is doing with their watches

[@markjohn1910]

Bought this watch recently but in 42 mm as I actually felt the 40 was slightly underwhelming but both beautiful pieces

[@brokebikemtb4448]

The edge is burnished....it's not wax...it's actually going to extend the life of the strap

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks buddy. 👍🏻

[@mb-watches]

Nice piece of editing there, like the transitions too👍🏻👍🏻 I like the Oris 65 for its style. They offer it as well on a bracelet which has the riveted style like the tudors one. Only flaw for me is the just 100m WR. They could have made it 200 to make it a “real” divewatch. Sure, I know, not necessary but still: a divers watch should have divers depth rating. Anyhow it’s a phenomenal watch and I did enjoy, as usual, your Vid. Thanks and cheers from Germany, Konstantin 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@Professional_Youtube_Commenter]

the depth rating is a bit silly, you have watches with 1000m depth rating but the world record depth for diving is something like 343m.

[@josephschuhrej5823]

Diving from the desk to the vending machine eh? I do recreational diving and the most I have gone is 55M so the 200 is def not needed at all

[@Themcpressure]

Great review. Videos just get better and better. Beautiful looking piece. Not sure why people complain about the movement, my Sinn104 has the Sellita and has not missed a beat.

[@Leventgursoy11]

I had bought the bracelet version 1 week ago however I haven't worn it. Today I will purchase B&J bronze NATO then will wear it. Thank you for your sincerity. Kind Regards Levent

[@nikouai]

Just got this one on bracelet. Looks even better in person, beautiful watch

[@hairsandwiches]

I have this watch, I love it. Apart from the strap that is absolutely awful, the first one fell to pieces within four weeks and I got a replacement from Oris which literally fell to pieces in the first week. I have had to purchase a third-party strap for £40 as I have up on the Oris ones. This seems to be much better quality (even at the meager sum of £40).

[@ObjectsInSpace]

Painted edge work on full grain leather is a GOOD thing. Helps the leather last.

[@edk2221]

I love them so much that I bought 3 different 65s. I somewhat regret not just buying one 65 and one BB58 but lesson learned: I jumped in too quickly :(

[@Goose619]

Ouch lol I’m looking at doing exactly that. I’d use the oris as an everyday diver and the Tudor as a special occasion diver. That oris is just too damn nice looking to not buy

[@edk2221]

@@Goose619 It’s funny reading my initial comment a year later. I guess I’ve come back around to them because I still love all 3 of my 65s, and my BB58

[@bravobear1844]

The first one is my new dream watch!!!

[@Wheelers_Den_Kyoto]

was my first serious watch too. love it especially on a Hirsch strap

[@ernestkrajnc6412]

My personal grail at the moment! Or this or Sinn 104. Just simply beautifull.

[@mikefarrow1156]

Same can't decide between the two!

[@chronoevolution1871]

Great watches these Divers from Oris. Just bought this one on steel to add to my blue and grey Diver 65 with the original dial.

[@benchpew]

Review is fantastic. I love the 65 with the green face.

[@shannonwilson6216]

After seeing this video I’m having a hard time deciding on this or the Tudor BB.

[@AleksiJoensuu]

Why not both? :)

[@josephschuhrej5823]

I have both and love both equal. The 65 wears better plain and simple. BB is a tall watch

[@stuartsimcox3552]

Great looking watch nearly bought one a while back, not to keen on leather on dive watches, looks great with their rubber strap.

[@laurenceharrison661]

That watch is definitely on my hit list. Stunning

[@splodgeaug2009]

That is one nice watch...i would have never really thought of oris untill you started reviewing them. So thanks.

[@Mark..P]

Very bad news. My wife is banning me from this channel, apparently it costs us money every time I look at it 😱. I seriously love this watch and very tempted. I know its going to lose value but maybe one watch in the collection that is just a heart (and not heart and head) purchase is allowed. 😀

Great Watch! Bought the Movember edition and absolutely love it. Got the bracelet as well and it wears beautifully. Will go nicely with a blue BB58 I’m looking to buy as my next watch. Great video!

[@drwindsurf]

That watch has a really cool vintage vibe. Thank you for sharing Adrian.

[@m3chris1]

Yeah I have this one for close to a year. Very nice and runs +3 sec for me a day.

[@timothythomas1626]

Love the Oris Product Placement in the Last season of Saprono's . When Christopher was in Hollywood.

[@newhuskytwenty]

I have had one on my hands this morning in a jelwery and... I'm in love! Next purchase, for sure. In video it doesn't look specially interesting but when you have one close...wow! Elegant, simple, very readable, perfect diameter and slim, beautiful domed AR sapphire crystal... a bit overpriced (1.800 euros in Spain) for a common ETA movement but its aesthetics are incredible

[@newhuskytwenty]

Excuse me, in fact it was this model kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5WmlWamebx_i7s

[@smartwarden]

It's funny, I literally saw this watch yesterday by chance and was immediately fascinated. It really is a beautiful piece when you see it in real.

[@mikekamler]

Oris and those diver 65's.. especially the one with the green dial - it's just stunning. One day .. one day :) Awesome video Adrian!

[@pierrecoiffard9920]

It has been about a year since I'm ogling at this beautiful watch, and the only thing that was curbing me was the 42mm case. Now that they offer it in 36 and 40mm (by the way what is the size of the one you tried ?) and that they sublimated it with some subtle bronze details, it's just a question of time until I acquire one. I have to. I NEED to ! In my opinion this watch is a great option to get that authentic and adventurous feeling vintage watches can procure, without bothering about the "troubles" actual ones can come by with. Moreover it is available at a reasonable price for the quality..! What could we ask more ? I really enjoy the humble tone of your videos, and totally agree with you about the brut aspect they could have given to the strap, it would have been perfect !

[@olivierorban787]

The 65’ is the watch from the year I was born, this piece will be my next one. I just purchase a Oris Aquis Hangang green.

[@chopinho65]

Gorgeous - had the Diver 65 with the numerals for a year now - still an absolute delight to wear. Interestingly the deep black dial becomes increasingly a key feature once you see past all the others gorgeous little elements, including that dome! Would love to see a review of the Oris big crown Pointer date...

[@katalysis]

Fun fact: Sellita movements are the same as ETA movements. They perform the same, function the same, use the same materials, etc. Nearly all of ETA's movements are no longer under copyright. And fun fact 2: When ETA sourced movements to out of the Swatch Group, they actually used Sellita to manufacture movements. Sellita would receive some parts from ETA, some directly from ETA's suppliers, make the movements, brand them as ETA, and ship them to ETA's customers. When ETA stopped outsourcing production, Sellita just...continued making ETA movements, but branded as Sellita.

[@robseibertgulfcoastrealest3243]

Nice entry level luxury piece. For me the ladder up has been with the Sarb035, to a Shogun. Next up will be either that Sixty-Five with brass bezel or the Sinn 104 in white.

[@rikgroenevelt6965]

I begin to like your you tube films ..so British 😀. Besides that...very good and you are well informed Please go on,,

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks Rik. 👍🏻

[@MsJake199]

Aah I cant wait for the Oris pointer date review! Im thinking about buying one since Basel World

[@dctrv3l3r78]

I don't watch the these videos without checking my bank account first. Solid watches reviewed that don't follow the crowd, but are excellent mixes of casual and dress. Keep up the great videography and reviews 👍

[@parisleo3192]

3:50 what about the patina of the bezel after years?? Do you have pictures of it? I love this watch, i just bought. Keep you fantastic videos!!

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

Stunner I've got the green face version and love it!!

[@guillermorodriguez1992]

I hope your next Oris review is a one of the new big crown aviators, the blue looks amazing!

[@tyarnold4088]

First watch or 51st watch. Oris provides a good offering here.

[@95yashsheel]

I have this watch . Fantastic piece . Where I can get the Belt for this watch . Any option available in open market?

[@emcee9535]

I think the phrase you're looking for is a "raw-edge leather strap". Couldn't agree more that it would've looked perfect with one!

[@nz1anvil]

Wow Adrian you've come a long way

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks a lot mate.

[@IskanderVFX]

Pure awesome... from photography to watches to music...

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

I wish they made a sapphire glass with an acrylic insert on the inside so we can get that beautiful distortion without loosing scratch resistance.

[@gilliebrand]

Strap edge should be burnished, open grain would let the strap age prematurely.

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks for the info. 👍🏻

[@joeyandrewjones]

Think as its a dive watch the leather is treated/waterproffed hence the sheen

[@jacksonmahr8915]

Has anyone else had a problem with this edging peeling away like a sticky glue? I've had mine for 3 weeks and the strap is looking shabby because of it.

[@Redbirdsfan1970]

Nice review, Adrian. It's very cool that you established a relationship with the Oris CEO and you were able to be loaned some product for review. One thing about the ETA supply crunch that you mentioned. ETA worked on thst with the Swiss government about 8-10 years aho as you mentioned, however, they are not limiting supply today. They realize too much revenue and profit from it so they steeped up supply again. But as many companies developed in-house movements in anticipation of the supply crunch or went to Sellita, some have stayed with the change they made like Oris.

[@colliedogjoy]

Getting this next week... just promise me the Heliumed Aretha isn't trapped inside.. That'd be a complication I can do without. First watch purchase, and probably my last if I don't win the lottery. It ticks all my boxes.. would like it to be 2/3 the price, but it's what I want, so the money's well spent I guess. The burnish on the strap can be removed with an emery board in 20 seconds, if you like. I think Oris have gauged the jewellery factor just right with this.

[@nojburns]

Quick note. Your taste in music is good. Love your intro tunes.

[@BarkandJack]

Thanks buddy. 👍🏻

[@woshimarkymarky666]

@@BarkandJack Can you please share the artist of the tune?

[@diesel8181]

How can I clean the bronze bezel without damaging the case?

[@alexius984]

My next watch!!!In the same color and strap..Very nice..Love it..

[@petershallis2294]

Superb. I'd have trouble deciding which dial option to go for though...as they are all gorgeous.