Is The New 41.5mm The Perfect Oris Aquis?
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I have lost count of the number of Oris Aquis that I've had a crack at over the last couple of years. Solid is the word, especially in 43.5mm! I always felt that it could easily have coped with losing a bit of beef, but that the 39.5mm was a just a little too skinny. Enter the 41.5mm. Why didn't they release this one first? The answer, know, I do not. Cheers, Jody
Jody, you’ve been reading my mind?? You see, I’ve been saving for an Oris Aquis for my 35th birthday which comes end of Feb. But I couldn’t make my mind yet which would I go for. The 41.5 has been on my radar, but there isn’t much said about it online. And then lo and behold, my fave watch reviewer comes up with this, 15 minutes ago! If this ain’t calling out to me, I don’t know what is haha.
Fate, it is.
He’s done that to me before. I was considering getting a Glycine Airman DC-4 a few months ago, and then lo and behold, he put up a DC-4 review, one of the only ones out there.
So Jody, I too am looking at a watch for my 35th in July....a Tudor Black Bay GMT. Any chance of a review?
@@LTC_Tiger I would not recommend until they fix the date wheel issue.
@@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78 I thought those issues had been resolved.
@@LTC_Tiger I'm in a Tudor Facebook group and every week someone posts about how the date wheel broke. Some more than once. I would get a pelagos or bb36 or maybe a new royal.
These videos have genuinely removed the need for my TV these days. Jody is the new coronation Street.
Hilda Ogden?....lol
@@weerobot curly watts 😃
Jody’s good but not that good!
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@weerobot it’s commercials it’s just cheap advertising on RUclips
I have the blue 43.5 and find it’s the perfect dive watch-I am 6’1” so I can pull it off. If I was shorter I’d go with this one.
That magical Oris sunburst dial is a stunner. I’ll be getting green as well.
It's really nice that the seize of divers is coming down for us guys with smaller wrists. I also love the Sinn U50.
I own a 47mm Small Second Divers titanium and by far my favorite piece in my collection. Oris is solid and their diver watches are fabulous. Worth the money imo
Good summary. That's why I love Oris, solid yet exciting in terms of design.
You’d at least expect an ETA-2824 Top Grade for that price. A standard SW200 is what you’d expect in sub-$1000 watches
just wait for the street prices to come down... it's oris man, give it 4-6 months, you know the deal
If Sinn can put chronometer grade SW200 in their watches at circa €1000 really no excuses for a brand as large as Oris not doing so too.
You hit the nail on the head with this one. The 41.5mm is the sweet spot. I have a 43mm Aquis Mk 1 and it can look a bit big. I wonder when Oris will get around to a push button micro adjust though. For the price they really should offer this feature.
As I’m a Yeti (8 1/2” wrist) the 43.5mm is perfect for me. The bracelet on the Aquis is so damn good, I like it better than my Tudor BB, any of my Seiko’s. The only one i like as much is on my Doxa Sub300t (super different bracelets for sure)
“Pre-cancer” 😂
Jody, you are cracking me up here!
Black and blue is actually also my favourite colour way for the Oris Aquis. I guess my taste is pretty mainstrea ^^' I modded a blue Orient Mako II with a black ceramic bezel to have a kind of similar look in my collection. Absolutely loved it initially, but hardly ever wear it now.
Having seen some of these Aquis models at a local AD, I find them a bit too blingy and shiny for my taste. However: I would disagree re the size. For my rather more puny 6.7in /17cm wrist it'd definitely be the 39.5mm version, but even on Jody's wrist I prefer the smaller version. But hey: Just a matter of personal preference.
The bling is what makes them different. No one will ever mistake it for a sub homage!
I've been finding myself drawn to 38-40mm watches more. I have a 7" wrist, so I can get away with bigger, but the more I wear watches in the 38-40 range the more I find 42mm+ as too big.
agreed i dont want a watch on the wrist thats constantly blingy and catching sunlight.
for my 6.7"", the 43.5 looks best. I think it does on Jody's wrist as well. Diving watches look better bigger IMHO
The quality of Oris comes across so readily, even through the medium of video......
A very understated brand and I have one, and absolutely love it, but then only a fellow watch geek would know just what you had on your wrist.
I really like Oris as a brand and definitely want to buy my first Swiss auto from them but, as nice as the Aquis is, I just can’t come to terms with the integrated bracelet (even though I’m a bracelet man, it’s nice to have the option of a NATO or leather/rubber strap from time to time).
I’m torn between the 41mm ProPilot Date and a non bronze bezel Diver 65 🤔 I’ll have to get out to an AD when things open up again in the UK and try some on.
Great video as always Jody 👍
Aftermarket straps do exist. Plus the bracelet on the Aquis really is one of the best around.
@@macblack82 Yeah that’s a fair point. It’s a weird aesthetic thing for me too, I think I would miss the lack of traditional lugs visually, if that makes sense? I really need to get it on wrist and see it in person.
I have 2 Aquis because I love them so much.
@@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78 So nice you bought it twice! If that’s not an endorsement then I don’t know what is! I definitely need to check one out
My advice is to check out any watch you plan on buying in person, if at all possible. Especially if you are spending in the thousand$.
This looks a great size now!! Starting to come round to the modern design now! Hoping to have one in soon!!! Great show !
This may be at long last, the legendary "1-watch" collection piece. If not all, it meets a helluva lotta occasions. And I even like the blue.
It could easily be a great candidate for a one-watch collection, especially if you get the rubber strap as well. Also, the lume is so good, in my experience, there is never a time or place when the time cannot be read.
Great video as always! I’d love to hear your take on the new Oris Calibre 400. Maybe it helps justify their pricing on the new models that feature it? I’ve always felt that Oris is a great brand, but a little spendy for what you’re getting.
I reviewed one late last year. Great, if money is no object, but yes, a little spendy.
It's a $1000-$1200 premlt for the Caliber 400
I would still go for the 43,5 and indeed in a bit more bright color, thanks for the review!
I love these watches, but with an 8 1/2” wrist I think the largest of the three would fit me best. Great review as always Jody!!!
I’ll wait until the cailbre 400 comes into this size and it’s a BUY BUY BUY
Agreed
I think a lot of folks will do the same then . The 400 movement is captivating to look at. That and the trend to the region of 41mm size will motivate folks to buy.
@@alamore5084 I bought the 41.5mm with the black/dark grey fume dial. It’s at a local jeweler getting the entire bracelet and top of the lugs brushed 👌🏻
@@Billeh556 Good choice. A practical step also as it won't then pick up as many micro scratches!
I really like the Oris Aquis GMT and the Chronograph divers, but the integrated bracelets are a dealbreaker for me unfortunately.
Same here!
Me too.
Assuming it’ll fit, a Calibre 400 powered 41.5mm like hot cakes it would sell!!! I’d like more colour ways in this size too but I love what Oris are doing with so much on offer at a range of prices.
I have the 43.5mm but think the 41.5 would sit a bit better (6.5" wrist). They don't look massive though as you say. Love the rubber strap, my bracelet is still new and hardly been on it :). The titanium clasp on the rubber strap is nice and light.
Love how thin these are compared to the previous models with the more bulb housing.
I just saw the 43.5 at a authorized dealer here in Chicagoland. I have a 7 in wrist and the 43 didn't actually look too bad . I think this is my next purchase and I'm going to look for the 41 and a half which should be perfect. They also had a 39.5 and it did wear small! Jody is right.
Ha! Thanks Paul. Please tell as many people as you can that I am right ;)
Man Oris is just killing it at the moment. Between their diver 65, big crown and the aquis I’d be happy with any of them!
Not that I have tried one, but personally I think I would prefer the 39.5mm with a 7” inch wrist. My current watch with unidirectional bezel is c.39.6mm and I don’t think I would want anything bigger.
Something I always find very important is diameter of the glass, anything around 30mm (give or take 1mm) works really well to my eye. Could you add this into your reviews please?
The new RZE looked promising, but the thin bezel/large glass looked made it look to big for me even though only a 39mm.
I’m keen for one of those... been on my radar for a while
Solid John, solid is the word! 🤣
Just bought mine yesterday after pondering about it for months, beautiful watch, love it!
Joddyy !! Thanks for the regular uploads ❤
No worries mate! Three videos per week for the last four years....
@@JustOneMoreWatch more consistent than English premier league teams this season!
I hope they come out with a GMT version of the 41.5. The current set up probably won't work because the the 24-hour inner ring would be too small to be easily legible. But the 43.5 is still wearable even for small wrists.
43.5 for me on your wrist. I like the chunkyness with this design.
As an owner of 2 Oris Aquis I concur. Great entry level luxury and will numb you to spending over 1k. After this purchase you can justify spending more and end up with a black bay and an aqua terra. I know I did.
You’re right. I own an Aquis, I own a Black Bay and I’m saving for an Omega 😂
@@13Tyres I can recommend the aqua terra. Not a fan of the seamasters with the helium escape wart.
This isn't a " new" watch. They've had this size out for some time .. but only with a black dial.
It's like the " brushed steel " bracelet version they sell.
For a dive watch that gets a lot of daily wear, brushed steel may be the best option for a lot of folks...and they only make one for the black dial version.
The elephant in the room with this is the new superb 400 mechanism that they've introduced in this range. It's performance makes this watch a second choice...although they are practically identical watches.
Good review....as usual. Cheers mate !
Would you happen to know the reference number of the fully brushed bracelet variant or where to find it new?? I've been looking for it for a while now it's nowhere to be found on the oris website. Idk why they don't make more fully brushed versions!
@@mohammadzaman8713 Ok ..I believe the code is: 01733 7330 4124-07824 O5 EB.
They have changed the website since I last looked at buying one of these.
They are now advertised as " Matt Dial and Bezel and Matt Ceramic Insert "...so it's the"Matt" version...but it doesn't specify the bracelet as being brushed steel as it did last year.
If you look at the photos it does appear to be a brushed bracelet. With the poor quality of the photographs, it's difficult to be sure, but it doesn't appear to be as " shinny " as the other bracelets/photos !
It was another utube reviewer who covered this watch...he specifically bought one to reduce the scratch problems. But I can't remember who it was ... sorry.
But check with an AD or your supplier. They do exist.
Cheers.
@@ericgrace9995 thanks so much for the detailed information! I'll take another look at the website and try to look past the bad photos lol. With your help maybe 2021 will finally be the year the aquis will be added to the collection after being skipped so many times! Take care!
Edit: just looked it up and I think you got it right! I can see faint lines on the lugs implying they're brushed. I do wish they provided better pictures but this is awesome progress thanks again!
@@mohammadzaman8713 No problem. I enjoy the odd times when I can help make the internet a more "civilised" place by being helpful and not just telling idiots that they are idiots !
@@ericgrace9995 the civility is very much appreciated! The watch world is a good world 👍
the 41 vs 43 video comparison was so great, thank you for that, and another awesome video as always.
Bought the 43.5 last November in the blue/black and it gets most of my wrist time since!!! Awesome watch!
Thanks for another great video. I've owned the 39mm for many years and it is the favorite in my collection. If the 41.5 would have been available back then I would have bought it. At 6.5 inch wrist the 39 is almost perfect. The 43 was a bit to big. I would have preferred the 41.5 mainly due to the wider bracelet. I usually wear mine on the available rubber strap. it gives the watch a totally different look and feel. More tool-like, and very comfortable. It is well worth the extra dollars in my opinion.
Nice but the CW C60 Trident and it's light catcher case appeals more and at half the price 🤔
+1 for the CW C60 Trident Pro, I have one, red bezel. Amazing watch for the price, also 600m don’t forget!
If only something could be done about that name...
Finally! I have a 43.5mm and I love it, but it always feels a touch large. This one is the true momma bear. Just right!
I'll hang on to the previous version. It has finer print on the dial and the bulky bracelet. I like the tooly look of that and the extra weight doesn't bother me. If only I could swop the 'old' leaf style hands for the new straight ones, it would be perfect. But alas that's not possible from what I've been told...
Tnx Jody!
Are we still heading to Hoth Yoda?
off course, we are
My kind of watch, fantastic. The quality is great with the only minor moan the movement, everything else is superb.👍
Just got my 41.5 green Aquis w the Cal 400 and of course I can’t take it off. Fitting shirt in this vid. 43.5 is the Shrek. 39.5 should be the baby Yoda. And the 41.5 green is really the Yoda. Maybe w the Cal 400 it demands the titular “Master Yoda”. With in-house movements Vs a custom rotor… do or do not… there is no try. 😉. Great vids all around.
Great size though! I wish the new Mido GMT was this size. Why they thought 44mm was a good idea beyond me???
Great video,I've just bought the 39.5,love it.
Thanks, Jodie. I got into the 41/41.5 after getting my Eagle Ray. If Oris release and all green in this size, I´m in! :) Cheers.
Lovely watch, really like Oris. But looks a bit small on your wrist Jody. The taper down on the clasp looks diddy. The 43.5 suits best in my humble opinion. Has to be green or black! Great video as usual!
I like Oris. It's what Omega used to be.
Interesting point, why is that?
Oris are fabulous . Rock solid. The thinking mans or womans Rolex. Owned one for a decade , never disappoints. More love for Oris. Check out their Regulatir from about 16 years ago...
Great Watch ! Can you please review ARAGON WATCHES ! Thank you .
I prefer the 39.5mm on your wrist. Nice to see the different sizes. Thanks.
Hey master Yody! This is a fabulous watch in every respect! It's one of those watches you're just 'well dressed' with in every situation, whether you're wearing a diving suit or a tux. And I like this colour combination, the dial blends in nicely with the bezel as it appears to be black in some lighting conditions. And you're right, if they only made this size it might be suitable for almost everyone. May the force be with you mate!
Thanks Jody! Great review! Thinking about Oris divers, I actually prefer the Meistertaucher with the more interesting regulator movement--43.5mm titanium case and bracelet. Joma has them for $2,350 now and that includes the extra Oris rubber strap and dive box. It's got my attention LOL!
Yes, cool watch!
Love the Aquis, its my favorite out of all the watches i've ever owned or held. I ended up getting the bigger 45.5 day date though👌
They’re all awesome, I personally do like the blue/black combo, that’s all subjective, I’d definitely purchase the 39mm for my 3.75" wrist, that’s my sweet spot, great review
Best entry Swiss "luxury" dive watch is a Longines Hydroconquest in my opinion. But Oris has great watches.
About time they released one in this size! It'd be perfect for my wrist size. I reviewed the 43.5 and it was slightly too much for me.
That emerald Oris was stunning. Now firmly locked in my sights.
My favourite and the best looking Oris ever.
I have 6.2 wrist inches and I love my 43.5
Yep I bought the 43.5 in 2017 I think which fits just fine. Then when the 38.5 came out your video set me straight I had the better size for me. But now this, ahhhh... that’s my ideal size. C’mon Oris mine is in great nick, can’t we do a straight swap oh all right then part ex? Doh 🤦🏻
My first new luxury watch was a Bond-style Omega Seamaster Pro. I bought it from an AD on St. Thomas, USVI. And I paid less for it than that Oris; $1075.
Jeeze, $3k and a 2824 derived movement? I was expecting either 2892/SW300 or Oris’sin-House at that price.
JODYYY!
Love ya mate. Keep up the good work!
Not talk, baby Grogu does.Thanks Jody now I have another watch I must have. ;)
For 1/3 the price and better PR, checkout the Tissot Seastar. Very well made.
Just bought the big crown pro pilot in the sale 😀I am beginning to really like oris maybe an Aquis next ! Great review
I tried on a 43 and 39 a year ago. I have tiny wrists, 6.25 - 6.5" depending on external factors. I felt the 43 was actually quite wearable, but just too big for my taste. The 39 actually looked too small. Its weird because I have a black bay 58 that I wear daily, and at 38mm its even smaller. There is alot to be said for lug to lug size.. there is another problem with the small lug to lug and 39mm case diameter. Maybe it was an optical illusion, but the proportion just felt way off. The watch was small but it looked tall, and that to me is just the worst thing. I like slim watches.
Slightly dressy Swiss made divers, date at 6 o'clock and 300m water resistance. Let me think...
The Tissot Seastar 1000 Powermatic 80 Silicium.
It is a beautiful watch but I would prefer the Tissot and cope with the extra 1.5mm.
The Tissot is £750, has a more interesting movement and 80 hours power reserve. Love to see a Swiss head to head between these two. Is the extra two grand worth it?
Amazing watch! These are just gorgeous. Really the only thing I don't like about this is the price.😭
Nice looking watch, but 3 k for a watch with the same movement as my 300quid Glycine.....
What are you talking about? Blue black looks awesome!
43.5mm for me, and I personally think that looks better on you......another watch to look at, Certina Watch DS Podium Chrono, what do you think?
Great video, Thanks for all the hard work it really shows in your quality of videos.
Liked before watching. Love the Aquis, love this channel so much, theres never been a video i didn't enjoy.
41.5mm seems to be the perfect size Aquis for most. Thank you.
I have the Aquis date with black ceramic bezel,dial and black rubber band I really enjoy it as my daily beater
It's a quality watch, but I don't like the side profile or the weird lugs. If you want a something a bit different then a rado captain cook is probably the one to go for or the tag heuer aquaracer.
A video, when the watch is as good as the t shirt ORIS make great VFM from a still Independent swiss company and the in house is fantastic step forward, still great value. For my Gorilla wrists, the bigger the better
I think I would be happier with a thinner smaller (39 mm) case, and just 150 or 200 m WR. the blue and black combination is ok, but Black on Black or Blue on Blue would be more cohesive. I am not into the integrated bracelet, and the use if a SW-200 with that price. Oris using the McDonalds principle :D
Looks killer. What’s the hangup with blue/black my man? That particular model rings my bell... just have toooo many watches!!!
Push your luck with them Jody and ask them to send you their new Aquis with their own in-house movement, I’d love to see it!
I reviewed that one last year mate, it is in my library somewhere 👌
@@JustOneMoreWatch so you did! I’ll give it a watch!
it looking great on your wrist Jody! u have to buy one.. it's ferfact.
Always great content. Thanks. Keep’em coming
Very nice watch Jody and that colour way really works in that watch in my opinion 👍🏻
Perhaps they could realise some of those more interesting special editions this size, big fan of those interesting date complications.
The size looks perfect on your wrist!
This will be my next dive watch. I think the all black GMT.
Great piece! I have the 43.5mm and love it.
A gorgeous diver that would be at home in any boardroom.....the good and the bad.
got a 39.5 when it first came out. interestingly, the Oris website at the time showed a 41.5 as out of stock! Asked the AD and they said it wasn't available. mmm, little teasers.
Yoda all the way! I have a 40mm watch on my wrist right now and that's as big as I want to go, really.
The 39.5 is by far the most elegant.
Oui this is the perfet Oris Aquis
Perfect dimensions, thanks Jody for reviewing. It’s now on my list.
You should go with the 43,5.It looks better on your wrist!
That Rolex wall clock is choice
This size, new in house movement, in green.... and only then I pounce.
Would you pay more though?
And titanium!
Maybe once they fix the game breaking glitches with the new movement.
@@topher.m Yeah, I would.
@@williamrizzo1285 I dont want to wait till I'm too old to enjoy it.
I really like the Aquis and I keep looking at pictures of them, and would love to have one eventually. But I can't justify the price tag. Are they at least adjusted in 5 positions? For that amount, I expect something more.
I love the yoda shirt. I can’t keep laughing at the picture...
@Just One More Watch, would you consider getting a Christopher Ward C60 Trident in for review? It has the same SW200 movement, scrapes in at just under $1,000 USD, and comes in 38, 40, and 42 millimeters, all the choice you need. I'd be interested in your take on it.
Watchmaxx. Is the very best deals on the oris aquis. The lowest price iv seen with the rubber strap little over 1000 usd unbelievable deal
I don’t like the integrated bracelet at any price or size, hence I never bought one.