The Oris Aquis Line Was Updated for 2024 - An Introduction to What is New

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[@Z-Man1973]

I love Oris, and I have the Aquis in my sights as my first luxury dive watch. I appreciate that they're still independent and have full control of their own destiny. You're right in that the Aquis model is one that is a lasting design and really only needs refinement to keep it fresh. I also agree that offering the Aquis with both movements is a good approach to attracting buyers at different pricing levels.

[@-Window-Licker-]

You're making an excellent choice if this is going to be your first proper watch! It's really hard to argue with what you get vs what you pay with an Oris for sure.

[@SuLu_B]

Some people like to hate on Oris for the value proposition, but I never thought it was that bad. Plus, I think the integrated bracelet design for a diver is super cool, especially for smaller wrists like mine!

[@demepenar3273]

I have the aquis with Selita movements. still working fine on 14 yrs of usage.

[@michealjaymurphy]

why do people act like this isn’t the norm for all watches

[@_alexanderd]

Thank you Teddy😊

[@alexmacchalatte]

Still rocking my Oris Aquis Lake Baikal. Was my first Swiss dive watch which began my COVID induced foray into mechanical watches

[@genobadea2738]

Beautiful watches and a smart Idea to keep both movements.

[@drnick40]

Thanks Teddy! Great content. Oris Aquis is a good looking and capable divers watch from an independent brand. It deserves respect and more appreciation than it actually gets.

[@markmccarthy7887]

Love the entire Oris line very well made dive watches especially. 8 + inch wrist so love the larger case size availability. The integrated bracelet is beautiful and ahead of its time.

[@HG51_]

my favorite watch! one of the best divers at this price point

[@JanisBernats]

This is probably the best time to buy the previous Aquis since they are beeing discounted here and there.

[@Iexpedite1]

I hope you’re right, but I’ve seen the old models going up in cost along with the new model. Look at the Speedmaster when the 3861 came out. There was Speedy buzz and all the previous generations suddenly flooded the market at a higher price. They were cheaper than the new model with almost all the looks.

[@christiangongora3190]

Loved the new the design on the crown guards and how they managed to work out the integrated bracelet, not sure if I would update from the previous aquis cal 400 though I wonder how the new bracelet would fit

[@istvantoth7431]

Oris never fails to disappoint..

[@ATIWatchReviews]

beautiful sunburst dials and wears great

[@reesnordrhein7486]

Dankjewel voor deze video. Had graag meer details over de nieuwe sluiting op de 400 gehoord. Daar hebben veel verzamelaars op zitten te wachten

[@Billeh556]

@teddy- I can’t believe you didn’t discuss the slimmed case thickness, which really is my only complaint (more if a small niggle) on my 41.5 cal 400 Aquis

[@pedroelcato]

Love Oris

[@dainiu]

Great sizing options. I know some watch enthusiasts like to tout how small they are. But the world is moving towards bigger. As nutrition improves, people are becoming taller, with bigger skeletons, including wrists. This is reflected in the success of large watches across the spectrum, from Invicta to AP.

[@dans.8217]

I like the new case and bracelet refinements but I wish they would bring back the brushed ceramic bezels and flat color dials. The shiny ceramic and sunburst dials make it feel cheaper and more glitzy / ostentatious.

[@luispineres3212]

what is the case size showed in 4:00 ? thank you.

[@bjornkeizers]

They're very smart in keeping the Sellita. Because the Cal 400 was more than a bit problematic when it launched. As an owner of a Dat Watt LE, I'm considering a second Aquis... but wouldn't want a 400 due to that reputation.

[@JAY-JAY74]

TEDDY!❤

[@davidmwatches]

Is the black dial now a true jet black instead of anthracite? I can’t exactly tell from the video, but I would prefer it over the shiny anthracite one.

[@user-jk4oz2eo9w]

My dady bought one #nkuwan and he loves it. It had been there for over 10 years when he went out with it.

[@pharmer92]

I really like the case and compact lugs. The bracelet is very attractive, however I don’t like the taper. I’d prefer a very small or no taper.

[@dang3243]

Hey Teddy! Is the only new watch to come from ORIS only dive watches for 2024!???

[@OneLordeAnimeClips]

I think that Oris is in a tough spot. They have to compete with Tudor who offers officially certified, in-house Chronometer and even METAS movements now, at nearly the same price, along with Longines who offers nearly the same specs as Oris in their divers, with essentially in-house movements, at a lower price-point. These are great watches no doubt, but at the $1500-$3000 range I typically look at Longines, and at $3000+ I typically look at Tudor. Oris needs to carve it's own space here somehow.

[@dorningarts]

the same price?? You can get a Oris for around $1700-2000 at an AD. Tudor is at least $3500 to $4500

[@OneLordeAnimeClips]

@@dorningarts Yeah you can get the Selitta caliber Oris divers for about $1700. That isn’t at all the one I was talking about. The ones with the Oris Calibre 400 in-house movements retail for $3700 and grey market is around $2500-$2800. Considering a Tudor Black Bay can be had in the same ballpark, I would pick that over the Oris any day of the week.

[@dorningarts]

@@OneLordeAnimeClips Please let me know where I can get a Black Bay for $2500 (new)

[@dorningarts]

@@OneLordeAnimeClips Just checked the grey market. Oris 400 on bracelet $2200, Black Bay $3400. So how exactly is this the "same price" I will hear this a lot, but when it comes down to buying it , it is actually $1200 more.

[@dorningarts]

@@OneLordeAnimeClips where?

[@shoesters6298]

It's fire

[@ColinLack]

wish they offered the blue or the green in the smaller size

[@briideiins494]

One thing I’m dying to know is if this blue is different than the calibre 400 blue that was already out? It strikes me as being deeper but I can’t tell

[@gonzo0626900]

What about the 39mm versions. I was hoping they get the calibre 400 treatment at some point. Now it looks more like they are being discontinued with 43, 41 and 36 being the core sizes.

[@dorningarts]

they are discontinued

[@curtbrown7718]

Thank you, Teddy. Teddy, I want to add a German watch to my collection, a chronograph with a hint of Fleiger sensibilities. Do you have any recommendations? In the $2k-$3k range. Thank you.

[@paulchristie3306]

@curt. Try Sinn, Damasko, Junghans, Muhle Glasshutte. Also Stowa & Guinand.

[@MattSeesGray]

Sinn seems like the right answer here. I can’t really think of a chronograph under $3K that can compete with Sinn.

[@beetlefang]

@@MattSeesGray Try Guinand...Sinn heritage, purchased directly from the manufacturer - I have two a model 361 and FAZ diver - they are awesome!

[@lawrencecastiglia2838]

Love the watch, would have owned one already but the Oris dedicated bracelet and strap options make it a deal breaker for me.

[@jxp3632]

the updated bracelet is quite big for this model

[@jag1099]

I think a compelling showdown would be the Cal 400 Oris vs the Metas Tudor Blackbay 41. Similar sizing and pricing? In-house movements with big specs. But Oris seems like they are “out of sight, out of mind”….

[@dorningarts]

I think Oris did a great job at refining the Aquis. To me every change is better yet they held onto the DNA

[@guszam1036]

where do you get your clothes from?

[@94070]

Minority view I feel, but I think I prefer the old variant. Not sure why.

[@claytonmarkin7863]

I get that, if you like even older check out the Titans, such cool watches

[@rtruite]

I agree. I liked the bigger indices better. Too much empty dial space now for my taste.

[@Samuell1124]

Does the caliber 400 movement contains plastic parts?

[@jorgsofi]

No

[@jollyrob]

If the blue rubber strap was darker, it would be a great everyday wear for me.

[@bdegrds]

Lol now that's ultimate nitpicking, the strap isn't the right shade for you lol

[@jollyrob]

@bdegrds Yes, I really like the watch, but the strap is way too bright for me. How is that "nitpicking"? Do you just take what you're given generally, or do you love it and I've hurt your feelings?

[@user-rs8sy3if7o]

I have to say that #nkuwan 's watches is amazing!

[@2tyford]

400 movement is better than Nomos? I'd like to see a video comparing the "in-house" movements of the more entry level, independent watchmakers.

[@Marty004Cimb]

So 39.5mm version was discontinued?

[@dorningarts]

yes

[@EdmundPorter-ju8kd]

They do wear smaller than dimensions suggest. I was keen on several Oris’ but after trying them on that they seemed like a lot of money for what you got. You have inspired me to look again as they have a number that I liked the look of.

[@astorbeijer9424]

The only change in the Sellita models that I like is that they finally are using color matched date wheels. Hallelujah!!! Reducing the size of the hands and markers is a huge negative for me. As an older person, one of the things that attracted me to the Aquis is that it's so easy to tell the time. This is partially due to the sizing of the hands and markers. Most of the other changes are meh. On the other hand, the on the fly adjustment clasp and the quick release straps on the 400 calibre are wonderful changes. It more than annoys me though that Oris only made these upgrades available to this who have the $4,000 to buy a watch. What ever happened to respecting their fans? Does Oris honestly believe that the people who've been supporting them all these years are people who can drop 4k on a watch? They would have been buying Omegas back in the day for that much money. These are options available on watches that cost $500. Why does Oris think these upgrades are only worthy of their upmarket customers?

[@herbmerced7780]

I think the strap and adjustment on the fly is an important upgrade to me…

[@MikoTheTomCat]

What is the weight of these watches???!!! Such an important factor yet gets constantly omitted from these reviews 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ And what does the inside of the clasp adjustment look like?

[@robd7934]

Weight and bulkiness is an issue with the calibre 400. A few years ago I made an impulse decision and bought the 43.5mm aquos which I ended up regretting. The watch was really nice but too big and heavy so I sold it at a loss

[@MikoTheTomCat]

@@robd7934thank you for your feedback. That’s another issue with Oris it’s low value retention. I’d be interested in the 41.5mm and how it wears and how much it weighs.

[@robd7934]

@@MikoTheTomCat most watches don’t hold value so I would not let that influence my buying decision. I would suggest buying the watch that is the right fit for you and not buying into hype. After I sold the Oris, I purchased a Rado Captain Cook which is also a diver but has a much more slender case that works for my small wrist and can be worn with a casual or dressy outfit

[@kevind6006]

Quite disappointing that calibre 400 was removed from the 41.5mm model. Glad I bought mine in blue/gold some months ago. I love this watch!

[@dorningarts]

One reviewer said he spoke to Oris, and they are going to be releasing cal400 in 41.5 "soon"

[@Stevan_275]

Teddy the snake hisssssssssssssssssss 🐍🐍🐍

[@maximumsavage4056]

"The brand's manufactured caliber 400" If I'm wrong, please correct me, but I believe they only designed the caliber 400, and have it made by their suppliers.

[@jameshiggins3632]

Yea I'm sure you're right

[@pinkaminadianepie4735]

Generally when watches get thinner they wear bigger than a thicker watch of the same case diameter. This 43mm about to feel huge

[@AS-po9pm]

The 41,5 did not get an upgrade I checked with Oris They are the old ones

[@CymInUA]

Always regretted flipping my gen 1 Aquis.

[@KaptainTech]

Bizarre sizing options. Hasn't the BB58 demonstrated that there's an insatiable demand for divers at the 38-40mm range?

[@dungthd]

Agreed

[@hotpeppermovie]

Oris is dumb thats why

[@watcheswithabdullah]

Not necessary. Watch size trends vary across countries. That's why so many brands, including Tudor, try to cater to all markets.

[@stevens1041]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@weitsung-lin]

41.5 wears like 40 because of the case and lug design

[@neilwade9870]

Love the watch but unfortunately hate the hands.

[@vktravellog1242]

I heard the caliber 400 has a design flaw

[@-Window-Licker-]

Still no titanium calibre 400 and still the turtleneck. Things need to change Teddy !

[@user-db2ob2jc2f]

I would've given a minus review on this one but since it's Teddy's channel, I'll take the 5th Amendment 🤐

[@e_e846]

The only difference I see is a clasp, which in previous model looked better.

[@gentlewolf]

I have a love hate relationship with Oris. Still better than my hate hate relationship with ubiquitous boring rolex for people sheep.

[@cagataycakmak2280]

If you are participating in an event like watches and wonders people expect new releases. Its really baffling they only brought an aquis that is barely different from the old version and I mean BARELY.

[@treasurecoastgypsy]

I think that ORIS, should give the option that if a customer has a Sellita version watch, to be able to eventually upgrade , by exchanging Sellita movement to a CAL 400 movement. Kind of like , upgrading engines, in a car.

[@timemeasured9137]

Not a fan of the rubber strap…..it could be refined and the Oris branding on it is not necessary.

[@robd7934]

I had an Oris Aquis (calibre 400) and sold it due the large size and heaviness of the watch. It's a beautiful watch but not recommended for smaller wrists. Oris needs to work on reducing the thickness and weight of these watches.

[@DudeGamer8]

Love the fact that Oris is not under the big 3's umbrella, but they should stop making "limited edition" after "limited edition" watches and stick to Rolex (or Apple) simplified business model. Too many different types of watches, confusing catalog of collection, artist here artist there limited edition watches feels very Invicta to me.

[@shugorchoudhury5376]

I own the 43.5mm Aquis in Cherry Red. But I’m struggling to see how the so called updated version will win people over because quite frankly Oris have been very lazy and expect people to pay for it !

[@Professional_Youtube_Commenter]

changes for changes sakes - just to get buzz in the media and generate more sales. what a way to fuck over exisiting customers - makings parts and accessories more bothersome to source. the v1 aquis - you cant find straps for them anywhere

[@WTU208]

Oris needs a new company logo to make the watch face pop. A nice applied gold dolphin logo or whatever they choose. Rolex have the crown, Breitling have the B, Oris needs something.

[@beetlefang]

Doesn't Oris have the Teddy Bear? And, when you look at the calibre 400...you see a bear...

[@vktravellog1242]

Over $2000 and they couldnt put a COSC sellita? Come on Oris! Microbrands are creating way more value these days!

[@kinhung]

no more caliber 400, found it's hard to auto wind enough power. and later got slower and slower. no faster in my history.... got serviced, said it is normal and within spec.?? and 400 turns of crown to get 5 days power?? That's why they offer 10 years warranty because you need to hand winding more than others? I gave up and let the other enjoy the watch. Anyway, other than movement, it is good watch.

[@user-wk6qd7yg1j]

Ilia kvalito ne estas malsupera al tiuj grandaj luksaj varoj. La fortikeco kaj atento al detaloj rivalas kun la originalaj dezajnistsakoj kaj mi ne povas kredi kiom mi ?paris. ?i estas la perfekta akcesora?o por iu ajn moda knabino! Mi certas, ke mi rea?etos iujn aliajn stilojn kaj kolorojn ? nkuwan por kongrui kun miaj vesta?oj kaj ?uoj!

[@Username.RandomNumbers]

I have avoided buying an Aquis because they are too big. Now they are both too big and too small. Why could they not just make a 38mm?

[@fezzes428]

incredibly dull

[@gordanbabic8028]

yup.

[@stevens1041]

I hate the taper on these. Its too aggressive of a taper. I like a slight taper, not this crazy taper on the bracelet. One of those features we are repeatedly told to enjoy, but no, I don't like it.

[@jazdecbezhlavy]

12:21 Re: "luxury product": I'm afraid I cannot recognize anything luxurious about it. It's just an average mass-produced industrial product, lacking anything unique, innovative, or premium, except the price.

[@mad0uche]

The price was already high, they don’t hold value and you can buy on the grey market 30-50% lower than retail price, and they increased the prices AGAIN asking 4.2 grand, are they legitimately dumb?

[@user-df2mn5bx2q]

Stop reading your words! Too fast for a good review. Sounds canned

[@Sniipez-]

Maybe it's just me but I just can't get to like this watch. It's just too simple and plain. I also don't like the fact that it's a perfectly round circle. To me it just looks like the cheap knock off watches you find on Amazon. (Just talking about the look of the watch)

[@stevens1041]

I held them in person and they really don't feel like that. The Aquis isn't for everyone, but in the hand they absolutely feel like a luxury product.

[@Sniipez-]

@@stevens1041 That's fair - maybe I would change my mind if I held one in person. I don't know much about the quality, just judging the look 😅

[@badllama8090]

I have three different Oris watches and ALL are quality, I REALLY wouldn't have bought the 2nd/3rd if i didnt think this) unlike some 'knock off's' ive seen, you really can tell it's a swiss luxury watch, unlike some other makes i've purchased and returned....

[@navyvet05]

Why do they taper watch straps? Its ugly and feminine looking. A mans watch should have no less than a 22mm lug width without tapering on the band.

[@user-yc1wi9de3t]

nkuwan 's watches are worth it！

[@Thedippestofshits]

I have always been enamoured with the striking bkue dial, but the caliber 400 simply doesn't fit with my priorities and financial situation (even though it's very impressive). It kills me that they don't have the deep blue colour with the Selita movement. It would have a been a no brain purchase for me months ago. I suppose it's important to visually differentiate the 2 entry points in a recognisable manner though.

[@Vasis_Lester_Price]

There are still some combinations missing. I am awaiting the black 41.4 cal400 version. maybe there will be more releases soon...