Why Orient Might Need To Be Your First Mechanical Watch - Leaders In Affordability
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In this video, I'll take an in-depth look at Orient as a brand as well as some of the most compelling value propositions within Orient's collection. What's your favorite watch from this enthusiast-favorite Japanese brand?
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0:00 - Intro & Organization
1:19 - Orient Watch History
2:08 - Dive
4:28 - Dress
7:17 - Everyday
8:28 - Aviation
10:16 - Field
11:41 - Complication 
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The fact you can get an automatic in house movement, with 200M water resistance, sapphire crystal, signed screw down crown, and bracelet for around $200 is unbeatable. They’re the best budget option. It’s not even close.
Kamasu
I’ve been wearing my Kamasu for two years and while I’m not a huge fan of the bezel action, I am at a solid +8 seconds per day. If I decided I needed a new watch, I’d probably buy another Kamasu in a different color.
Are you guys saying they are better than Seiko5
@@dscryptprodbysounknox1296 I’m not sure the Seiko 5 movement is hacking. If it is, I’d call it even. If Seiko is non hacking, Orient for the win.
@@dscryptprodbysounknox1296 Would say they are even. Seikos best watch options are above 400$ The new Seiko Alpinist for example is unbeatable at it's pricepoint. It has saphire, 70 hours power reserve, great accuracy, 20 bar water resistance great finishing and a rich history. The Seiko Samurai and the Turtle might be the best dive watches for under 500. I would buy a Sumo over them because it is even better and worth the money you need to pay more.
So over 400$ Seiko is the absolute King.
In the low-price-segment nothing beats Orient at the moment. When you are someone who does not like to pay a big amount of money for some watches you can built up a good collection with Orient, Seiko 5 and Casio.
Teddy, you're a gentleman and a scholar. This video comes as a mild shock, Orient rarely gets such decent recognition for being the gorgeous watches that they are. The designs are less cluttered than many Swiss luxury equivalents, it's about aesthetics and clarity, not dollars, the designers know what they are really doing at Orient. I've seen uglier Patek's LOL.
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I have the Mako USA II and it’s an excellent watch. I personally prefer it over my more-expensive Hamilton Khaki Auto Field.
Great point Paul! My daily wear is currently at AP in Clearwater for a full service. The watch on my wrist as I write this is one of my three Orient watches (an all black, steel sport model similar in look to a Submariner. It's gorgeous!). I believe I paid under $300 for it a few years ago. When friends come to me with questions about getting into the quality automatic watch game, I always tell them that if all they're looking for is a high quality watch they can spend several thousand on a solid Swiss watch, or several hundred on an Orient. My concern with Orient is that, when my watches are due for their regular service, it will be difficult to justify spending the same, or more, for service than it will be to just buy a new one. I've already decided I'll probably buy a new one, but still hold on to the old one as I believe there very well may be a market for vintage Orient watches in the future because as they grow in popularity and the supply of older models diminishes, they just may increase in value. Sorry about the long comment folks, it's just nice to see Orient get some well earned, and deserved praise.
@@nine7one I’ve bought a couple vintage Orient’s just because do love the brand so much and the older ones still look fresh!
I just got my Orient Maestro(In a beautiful blue) yesterday. I initially wanted a Seiko, especially since it is a more prestigious brand, but the Orient was obviously much better at the price. I'm just a kid and this being my first watch I bought with my own money is really something. I can tell I'm going to cherish this beautiful timepiece for years to come.
Orient hit all the marks for me as a novice watch collector. I own 6 Orients and Teddy has been a great influence for my interest in Orient watches.
Get yourself a Tissot or a Citizen!!! These are very similar in terms of quality.
My first watch was the Orient Mako 1. Still have the watch now and wear it quite a lot, despite owning other watches from Omega, JLC, Rolex and Breitling. Orient definitely deserves more attention.
I have a Mako as well. The only thing wrong with it is the crown is too small and smooth. Otherwise it's a great looking and working mechanical watch for under $100.
so which rolex
Orient Bambino was my first watch and I have bought quite a few since then!
I own two Orients. The Mako 2 in black and the Bambino V2 in the grey. Love both and HIGHLY recommend. Orient is flat out killing it. I get tons of compliments on both. I swapped my steel bracelet for a bunch of different straps and have a great time wearing them.
My first mechanical watch was an Orient Ray II about 6 years or so ago. It's looking a bit beat up now, scratches on the bezel and case, but it's never missed a beat and still gets wrist time now despite owning several higher end pieces. Fantastic choice as a first mechanical watch
SAME COMMENT EXACTLY..!
First mechanical was an orient star GMT, still going strong. Price to finishing and quality ratio was really good imo.
Orient should most definitely be everyone's first watch. It is such a great deal.
Its all watch i need.
Great video! I've owned 3 Orients and they've all been fantastic. Even though I'm moving up the price ladder, there are still 2 or 3 Orients on my wish list. I can't say enough good things about them.
Ive just started wearing an Orient Defender 2, it's an excellent product for the price. Comfortable, lightweight and the lume is first class. I would never have considered an Orient if it wasn't for Teddy's love for the brand.
Even under $2000 i think Orient makes the best looking watches.
I wear my Bambino more than my longines. I also get more compliments on the Bambino.
Which bambino are you rocking?
Orient bambino open heart blue is my first real watch I have bought. Extremely happy with it.
I have exactly the same story, it's an amazing watch
Hey me too! Got it last year and still gorgeous as the first day
Orient wasn't my first automatic but it was my second. I started with a Seiko but now I have 3 Orient automatic watches.
I don't care about automatics, tell me about a diver manual.
Since Seiko prices have gone insane, Orient has been my go to. First an orange Ray II, then a white Maestro open heart. Currently considering a green Kamasu II.
Fyi love my red dial Kamasu 👍
I got the green Kamasu 2 and its a stunner. My doc who is a watch guy (He was wearing a IWC) noticed it and said it looked great. I did, however need to return the first one that I got because it ran pretty fast (3 minutes a day) but the replacement I got runs within spec.
Through the roof? What ya talking bout? I bought two seikos under $250 this month
I have not been impressed by seiko's lower end watches. Orient's quality was definitely better.
Highly recommend the green Kamasu. Love mine.
Just recently bought my first mechanical watch and it's a version of the Orient Defender. I went with a classic brown leather strap rather than the field type strap featured here though. So far I love it. Really glad to see it on this list as well.
Great video. This is my favorite watch brand for quality and price range. The Tristar I have had since college, 25 years. Had it serviced twice. Last service was 3 years ago. Checked it recently +2 secs, amplitude at 275 - 280. Beat error 0.0 is incredible. Same results from $10,000 watches. You don't have to worry about an expensive watch attracting attention from the wrong people. Nice watch to wear out for dinner or at a sporting event. I store it in a watch case and put it on a watch winder when I want to wear it the next day.
Teddy your narration is unmatched...voice tone.. presentation.. incredible and easy to understand
The Maestro was my first mechanical watch. It doesn't get much wrist time these days as I've graduated to an Omega AT, but it will forever have a place in my heart.
Teddy,Teddy ,Teddy you’re a true teacher ,since more than one year I watch your videos and I learn a lot and I start to be a huge fan of watches ! Stay like this Teddy !
I love the Kamasu! I owned the green and blue 1st gen for a long time. I have now picked up the blue and gold kamasu gen 2 that recently released and im always impressed with them. They are in my rotation just as much as my Omega Seamasters.
Teddy you encouraged me to get the kamasu, I even bought it from your website and I am very happy with it. I even grew to love it even more over time. very sleek elegant and understated.
Teddy this is why I love your channel, you can talk about high end luxury watches and affordable watches that everyone can afford.
Your love for watches and helping people get into collecting or just learning is fantastic.
I got my first Orient this year.. the Kamasu for around $200. I have a small wrist but it looks great! Amazing value. It does lose a few seconds daily which is common for automatics.
Hi Teddy. I just managed to catch a Kamasu Limited edition “Rootbeer” here in my country for 270 bucks! Seems to be the only one in the country, as I couldnt find it on any other website and it went out of stock after I put the order. Cant wait to see what number I get! Great video as always!
My first automatic watch is the blue dial Orient Ray. Have other watches now, but I still wear the orient ray - the shimmer of the sunburst blue dial is really beautiful and it's a solid chunky watch!
It’s funny you just put this video up. I’ve been considering an Orient and have been researching them over the past few weeks. Thanks!
I own 3 seiko and 2 orient (mechanical) watches. Orient has definitely more features for lower price, such as sapphire glass (on my 170€ dress watch) and screw crown (on my 160€ “diver”), but seiko is a bit better in the overall feel, fit and quality. Both brands are great!
My re-introduction into mechanical watches was an Orient Defender II with the green dial. The cheap bracelet made an alternate Orient nato strap an immediate purchase. Gains about +15 seconds a day, but is in transit from Orient as I write for a warranty repair of a crown that came apart. I am at a point in my life where endulging in mechanical watches is not a potential hobby, but a desire to connect with a timepiece that is functional. I have about six quartz pieces, but tend to wear one watch for most occasions. I am working my way up the watch food chain and am impressed by Christopher Ward. Not much of a Rolex fan, but hope to end up with a Tudor or Omega before my I check out. Keep up the great work Teddy!
Great video! As a med student who wants to get into watches but has a low budget I really appreciate these videos discussing great watches at less extravagant price points
Love these type of videos, categories, model options and brand dropping, love it!
I have an earlier version of the Sun & Moon (no hacking or hand winding), and it may be the most beautiful piece I have in my collection. Love Orient's design aesthetic (for the most part), can't wait to get the next one.
The dial can compete with JLC for sure
Graduating college student here. Got a Mako II as my entry into the hobby. Wear it all day every day, couldn’t be happier. Going to rock with it until my taste and knowledge develops further. All thanks to your videos!
My first mechanical watch was a BOBO Bird, still going strong today. I’ll definitely check out Orient. I’m really enjoying your videos Thank you.
Great job Teddy, kudos to you for a very informative aspect of the watch world. I love watching your vlog. Thank you!
I appreciate that you review watches from all price points. It helps people like me who would love to be at the higher price points but can get there yet. Thank you!
After the video with Kevin Oleary where you showed the kanno to him, I decided to buy an orient diver. I ended up buying the Kamasu and I couldn’t be more happy with it as a new watch enthusiast. Thanks Teddy !!!
My first watch was the minimalist V3 Bambino (the Bauhaus inspired). I have now a few dress watches in my collection but always pick up the Bambino at least once every 2 weeks. Thank you very much for highlighting some orient I didn't know existed. The sun and moon orient would definitely be a good addition to my collection!! Thanks Teddy for your dedication and hard work in educating us about watches. You definitely have a cult follower here in the Netherlands....
Not really interested in being conned, I'll pass your strange present that can only be delivered via telegram! Too bad you can't find an honest way to make a living. The real Teddy would chose clearer (more honest ways ) to reward his followers.
Got a black Kamasu - Switched the bracelet with a strapcode jubilee style and it’s absolutely beautiful! Can’t think of a better deal sub $400.
I purchased an Orient Star Basic date blue dial watch recently. The watch looks like a direct competitor to Tissot Gentleman Powermatic 80, just slightly larger at 42mm.
But when I came to the store, and compared - Orient Star looked much more expensive and at half the price of Tissot (online discounted stores). Amazing watch at an amazing value!
Thank you Teddy, for this great new thread!.
For me the fact that a brand like Orient, with all its prestige exist, giving to us all so much for these prices... is a rara avis in horology. A prestigious brand wich invites to everybody to enjoy and show a beautiful and well made japanese watch. Check this out!
Thank you,
one more time.
Saludos!
I have 2 Orients and an Orient Star and I have been very pleased with the price, the way they look and the way they keep time.
Own a handful of these now and my first watch started as a Gen 4 Bambino. Honestly hard to beat such beautiful watches for the price
I'm a fan of Orient. I have the Green Triton, Blue Defender 2 and I bought the Bambino for my Dad. I haven't put either on a timegrapher but they perform very well. One of your video reviews actually introduced me to Orient. Thanks :)
Hello teddy, thank you for the introductions of the orient variants.
I think you should also bring up the m-force and orient star. Especially the orient star, they have a classic styling of watches with affordable price.
Great coverage of Orient’s product line. I have four Orients and am eyeing another. I have a CW and a Hydroconquest and I still wear my Ray II and Mako II at least once a week each. They look good, feel good, and the brand is simply insane value. I wish Orient would do more with a four hand GMT format. I feel like that is the next frontier for them to conquer.
Orient was my first automatic. Started off with the Mako XL a few years ago and even though I don't wear it anymore, it still holds a special kind of value to me.
I've got 3 of them now... An Orient (Submariner) just arrived today ! Great watches for the money, really good value.
Orient watches are great as gifts, too, as they’re not overly expensive but still of an impressive quality in comparison with what else is on the market.
I second that! I was taken aback with how amazing a simple Tri-Star looked on a quality supreme NATO, and all under $150! Made for a perfect Christmas gift for my dad.
Still happy with my mako one after years. +/-1 sec a day and it auto regulates at night when put on 3o'clock position. Simply Amazing. Never ever disapointed ❤️
Excellent video! I own 3 Orient watches and definitely feel they are at the top of the "Best Bang for your Buck" list. My first impression of the Sun and Moon dial was negative...the longer I look at it, the more I want one!!
I have two of the watches in this video - the green dial Maestro, and a red dial Kamasu. I'd recommend Orient to anyone, especially someone on a budget - you just get so much watch for your money. Great video Teddy!
Great job, really fantastic as usual! I would love to hear you bringing the Orient Star models here
Just bought myself an Orient Kanno and couldn’t be happier. Affordable doesn’t always mean bad, and Orient’s watches definitely showcase that aspect of their brand.
Orient is definitely my top brand. Watching this video was fun because I kinda knew what most of the watches will be and actually having most of them while trying to obtain the other ones. Except the pilot watch which isn't as appealing to me and I'd rather go for the Laco B style for the looks and history/heritage as well and the ones with the Miyota movements aren't even that expensive and I believe you're getting way more than the shown Orient pilot watch.
My first mechanical watch was the Orient Saturation Diver. I also own the Sun & Moon, the FTV, the Retro Future Guitar and the RA-AC0K.
As someone who loves blue watches, I adore the shade of royal blue that Orient uses on its watches. I've been considering the Mako XI EM75002D because I think that the 44.5mm would be a decent fit for someone who normally wears 46-47mm dials. Damn flat, wide and slab-shaped wrists!!!
The Orient automatic was my very first watch, which I was given by my Mum, in the late 60s.
I still have it, and it still goes after a little shake.
My first mechanical watch is an Orient Mako II. Bought it from Drop (back when it was still called Massdrop). I mainly wear it using a NATO strap and I get more compliments with it compared to my other watches.
I've been wearing the Orient Kamasu with the red dial for a couple of years now and I love it. The case is 42mm but wears smaller, I think that is due to the sloping bezel. Accuracy is about minus two seconds a day, which is insane for a €200 watch. 200 meters water resistant and sapphire glass, neat!
I put it on a Hirsch Pure Caoutchouc strap which is as comfortable as it is indestructable. The red dial is beautiful in every light and it is the friendliest of reds I've seen. If I'll buy another strap for it, it will be a Staib milanese mesh, the fact that that particular strap costs more than the watch itself is holding me back however......for now.
Great value for money.
I bought a Mako II last year as an everyday watch and I love it. I can’t keep quartz watches alive for some reason so this Mako has been fantastic.
Well said! I started with the orient ray 2 myself a few years back.
I've modded the hell out of my Ray II and I absolutely love it. I've got way pricier ones but I still wear the old faithful very often
Just got my red kamasu and couldn't be happier, this thing wears so well! Now I'm looking after their pilot watch...
I started with a Tag Carrera as my first mechanical watch. It was a grail watch. One that was secured, Orient was my next with the Bambino V4. That hooked me. Just picked up a limited Kamasu. This will not be my last one. Great video sir
I bought the Sun and Moon based on a previous review you did. It's one of my favorite in my collection.
I wasn't sure if I would like a dive watch, so I bought an Orient Ray II for $125 and I have been very impressed. Had I known that I'd like it as much as I have, I would have spent more to buy the Kamasu but I'm happy with the Ray.
Amazing video, Teddy! Thanks for sharing with us!
Cheers from Brazil!
Got an Orient golden eye 2 back in march this year. Best choice I made has hacking, sapphire glass with a sun burst effect and hand winding. all for £165
Just bought my first automatic in the Orient Kamasu 1 month back. Had to import it from the USA via a friend (I live in Asia and my country has heavy taxes on foreign watches). Such a stunning piece of craftsmanship.
Edit: it's the same piece you showed on the video, but I installed a new navy blue rubber strap
I am from India and i know what you are talking about, i am also thinking of getting a friend to bring one for me
My first watch, an Orient Kamasu, just arrived this Monday. I love it
Always fun to watch Teddies videos
Great picks Teddy. Nice surprise watch at the end👍
Why I would recommend a dive watch as the perfect field watch:
1. Bezel can be used as a timer chronograph, a compass and gmt dual time indicator.
2. Higher water resistance than a traditional field watch, indicating higher robustness
3. Better lume and legibility than a traditional field watch
How to use bezel as a compass?
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I started my collection with a Orient Star and I don't regret it!
Thanks Teddy, great fan of yours. And, yes, got my first automatic watch, Orient Bambino Roman Numerals champagne dial. Beautiful. Cheers 🥂
I did start my mechanical watch journey with Orient. The Orient Explorer to be precise. Still have it. Absolutely no competition at that price for an in house movement and a GMT complication.
Vostok was my first. I liked the retro Soviet aesthetic they have. Saving to get a cool watch that's got some personality. Weighing a Bulnova Devil Diver, the Spinnaker Piccard or maybe something by Avi-8.
With a Orange and Black King Diver as my first watch when I was 8, I became hooked on the brand at a young age. Love Orient and the brand gets better every year.
I'm not a very serious collector, but I sure love the two Orient watches I have. My Kamasu in red is a go-to; it's just so nice and wears well with lots of things. And that dial in the sun is great; just a wonderful shine on it. The bracelet is very comfortable as well.
My other Orient is an open heart Bambino. Watching the pallet fork and balance wheel in action just really sums up the pleasure of having a mechanical watch. It gets less wear than the Kamasu, just because I like to baby that lovely mineral crystal.
Edit to add: I did change the strap on the Bambino. I change it all the time, actually, just to match belt/shoes if I'm wearing a suit.
My first watch was the Yellow Gold Tone Orient Prime, got it in 2014. Still happy with it!
Just ordered an orient bambino gen2 v2… my first real watch purchase in a long time!
Good advice. I started with Orient years ago and still wear them from time to Time
Thx for starting my interest in automatics. Have a quatz hilfiger for 2 years, but now i bought the Orient Kamasu and got it monday - Really felt in love with it within the week, even thouhg it feel a bit smaller than my 46mm Hilfiger. So far i dont get the fuzz about the bracelet, not like i shake my arm every second or get anoyed by it. Feels fine, except a bit snug when i take it on, then its fine again.
Orients are great watches, not the smoothest to wind, there is a "groinchy" feel to them but you never get any issues.
I think you may have coined a new term, “groinchy” explains both the sound and the feel.
The Kamasu was my first automatic. A killer with a Strapcode bracelet replacement (though of course that makes the value proposition a bit less compelling).
My first Watch was an Orient automatic blue dial. It was a gift from my older brother in 1976. It was bought in Paraguay. I was then a 14 years old boy. Now I am 60 years old and I have several watches including an Orient Poseidon, a diver Watch. I like Orient.
I must have had a good gut feeling. First automatic was a Bambino ll, next up Defender ll and love them both
My watch collectin journey started from a Casio Edifice quartz chronograph to an Orient Kamasu. Already, even basic automatic movements seem mesmerizing, and the finishing and weight of the bracelet are great. Want to see how an fp journe would be like at the end of the line some day.
Just bought the Kamasu II red dial, love the watch
Great commentary, Teddy.
Orient is a superb entry to the wonderful world of mechanical watches. I love the Pilot.
Watching this with an Orient Diver on the wrist. Mine is a F49TT001, made in titanium, up to 1000ft of water resistance, ceramic bezel and limited to 1000 pieces (still comes with two extra rubber straps) You should check it out, it is awesome. Also, the F49 caliber is the new caliber made in house by Orient and it is replacing the 469 caliber.
Great options for a beginner looking to jump into the automatic or mechanical arena. I have been a fan of Lorus for quite some time. They have a wide range of watches in pretty much every category you mentioned and pretty much every one of them is priced at a sub $300 tier.
I have the Lorus Lumibrite and it gets more wrist time than my Seiko SNK809.
An Orient flieger from your site was my first mechanical watch!
Thanks Teddy! I'm a neophyte watch guy and this is right up my ally!
It was my first automatic watch 😃👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻
Kamasu---> Vostok Amphibia---> Seiko King Turtle Save the Ocean Dark Manta 😊 im trying to buy a premium Watch but with this “waiting list…” i dont know what to do or what buy ☹️
I love my Orient retro future camera so much.Cool design from elements. of camera&lens with a good accuracy,smooth movement.
Teddy, I love your channel, and I bought three Orient watches because you recommended them. I just love my Kamasu and the Bambino 2. Just for fun, because I thought the blue was pretty, I bought the Bambino 4. I just adore large watches, and the Bambino 4 is pretty big - maybe a little too big, but it does fit on my wrist and looks good when I wear blue. I replaced the watch bands that came with them with more feminine ones, so it doesn't make it appear like I'm wearing a man's watch. Big watches are so fun to wear in lieu of wearing an itty bitty watch made for women that you have to squint to see what time it is!
I have a good few Orient watches, some vintage, some more recent and ALL of them are very cool in their own way. I have found them all to be quite accurate, some shockingly so for their price. I think many look down their noses at Orient as their price is way below their actual quality. I have found that several have become my daily wear over watches that I own that are up another digit in price