It doesn’t really matter. These are not actual tools. All of them are actually poor choices for a reliable time telling wrist device. That said, I’m a big Orient fan.
Seiko is my favorite watch company. With that said I’ve purchased three Orients over the last three years. I own an Orient Mforce Bravo, Triton, and recently purchased the new 2020 Mforce. I’m definitely thinking for dollars 💵 spent that Orient is definitely the best value watch out there . I’m also noticing that every time I see the newest or latest Seiko that’s priced over 1k there’s an Orient watch that’s equally as good or better at half the price point.
Hey Shane! I have to thank you - this video actually tipped the scales of consideration and made me finally decide to go get this watch. And I am absolutely amazed! Thank you so much. Honestly, everything you said in the review is spot on, and then some. Especially when it comes to the wearing comfort. The dial really is gorgeous while the hands are something to behold! The entire watch is an almost perfect combination of elegant, sporty, casual and dress notwithstanding the Roman numerals. I actually bought the watch a couple of months ago and I still find myself getting lost in the absolutely amazing beauty of the watch. Finally, it also looks amazing on a black aligator leather strap or a bit more casual brown or British racing green calf leather straps. The only complaint I would potentially have is (agreeing with you) the white date wheel. Honestly it doesn't really bother me that much, but I agree that a black date wheel could have been a better choice. Overall - it's definitely a keeper! Cheers!
I've watched reviews from all the leading youtube reviewers and this is easily the best. You show the actually watch throughout the video commentary, which really helps get an idea of how it looks. And the commentary is straight forward and helpful. Excellent! Subscribed.
Thanks and welcome. When I started the channel a while ago , my goal was to provide high quality images and audio. Rather than just it shaky grainy cameras as someone was holding a watch. It's been a long road, but I enjoy it.
I recently got an Orient star open heart ( RE-AT0001L) . It's very similar to the one shown on your video ( similar movement , bracelet, casing ). I also have a Seiko Sarb033. I would agree that the Orient is better in terms of finer details in the dial, appearance of the movement, and especially in the bracelet. Overall I would say that Orient has more value in terms of watch quality to cost.
@@RelativeTime Just ordered one of these from Ebay this morning. I really like and own a few Orients (two Kamasus and one Triton) , but this will be my first Orient Star. A power reserve indicator is really nice.
I like this Orient better than the Seiko. That grey strap looks awesome and I love the Roman numerals. The reserve hand should have been the same color as the rest though. I like the blue dial better but the black is like black ice. Gorgeous! Awesome video Shane. Stay safe.
I have the blue version and I really love it. Thanks for reviewing it, I think this is the first English review of this watch. I tried my leather straps on it, but I prefer the original bracelet.
This was obviously a very difficult watch to capture with video, especially when you are so good at photographing all of your other ones in your other videos. I can see glimmers of great interest in specific shots but most of the time it seems very dull and boring. With so many shiny surfaces it's impossible that that's the watch's true character. But this definitely seems like one that must be experienced in person to get an authentic impression. Thank you again for the great review.
This watch is listed on the Orient Star website under the "Orient Star Contemporary" tab. Looking at it, two things stood out: the case reminds me of the Seiko Presage "Sharp-Edged" watch, and the bracelet has looks very similar to the one on the Sharp-Edge watches. The place where the Seiko stands out is the dial design, but then it also has an MSRP at $1000 USD. This Orient Star, besides in black, is offered with a white or blue dial. I'm really sold on the Orient Star, which is a serious "under-the-radar" brand in the States (outside of the enthusiast market).
Nice review. Personally, I don't see this as STRICTLY a dress watch, especially the white dial version on leather. This can be more versatile to me and that's one of the plusses here. No watch is perfect, and I don't care for the Romans at 12 & 6, but it's not enough to ruin the overall look. I have been looking at mid-level Swiss watches and the value here is truly amazing; also true compared to recent Seikos. Orient Star is making some beautiful, high quality watches at prices that make comparable Swiss watches seem ridiculously overpriced. (which they often are, even at grey market prices)
Hi Shane, many thanks for your video, I've been watching and thinking of one of these for some time, I have a 033, but I'm now ready to pull the trigger on the white dial version, regards Dave
Once you see it, it's hard not too. The other name 2 different people mentioned was "Deep Space 9" . I guess it reminded them of the space station in the Star Trek Deep Space Nine. Which I can sort of see, but not as much as the Cheshire smile.
A really nice watch it may be, however it's not exactly my cup of tea since I'm not a dress watch kind of a guy, but I am thinking about adding an Orient TriStar or two to my collection and I'm also an Orient fan 😎
Dude, you are a mind reader. I just starting looking into this model and even starting looking up prices. For me when I think Orient Star this is the kind of thing I think of and not the diver or outdoor.
My first memory of a wristwatch was my dad’s Orient Tri Star. Few years ago I was ready to get my first watch and I went for Orient Bambino. Few days ago I had a chance to pick the same Orient Star for a great price so I went for it! Best watch for the price!
Orient get things so close to being right, but there's always a bit of a compromise. If you're not a fan of the numerals or bold power reserve on this then the Orient Star Basic Date is a great alternative, but it is 43mm wide and has 21mm lugs. I have the silver dial Basic Date and it's a beautiful watch, but I wish it was 38mm, even with my 7.5 inch wrist
Recommendation then is a Standard Date, but the series from back around 2015. WZ0031DV was one of them, the one I have is WZ0041AC- 10.9mm thin, and 39mm case diameter, great dial texture and electric blue sunburst. Case is very reminiscent of the SARB033/035.
I almost got this Orient Star but the power reserve seems a bit intrusive and I passed on it. If you want to see a SARB inspired watch take a look at the recent release of the Citizen NK0000-95L and NK0000-10A. I am hoping these make it to the U.S.
Greta review , Shane.These Orient Stars offer fantastic value and the finishing is absolutely superb for the $$$. I have the dark green open heart model and am super impressed with it. The blue dial one is also worth considering. An often (shamefully) overlooked brand. I also have the burgundy dial Kamasu, only complaint is with the piddly crown with crown guards that make it very difficult to screw the crown back in and the $2 piece of crap clasp. I purchased a fantastic jubilee style custom bracelet from Marc at longisland watches to replace it (haven't got it yet, as covid has really mucked the international postal service around).
Great video. I have a Sarb033 and macro lenses. Honestly looking at the finish quality on this Orient Star especially blown up with your macro lens - it’s not in the same league as a Sarb. The indices and hands on the Orient look so rough by comparison. The Sarb looks better the closer you look.
Well, part of the design here has bits of the hands and indices brushed for more contrast. Although in a lot of ways it doesn't matter as much as because the SARB033 is unfortunately gone. It was something special that may never truly be replaced.
I disagree. I own an Orient Star Retrograde, Orient Star classic, Grand Seiko sbga001 spring drive, and Marinemaster 300. I have to say the dial and hands quality of the OS is about 70 percent dare I say when compared to my GS and at least on par with my mm300. Both being significantly more than the Orients that I paid less than $250 a pop. I doubt the Sarb is comparable especially when factoring the value proposition.
That VI/XII indexes are not exactly my cup of tea, but somehow they look good on this watch. Orient has a way to make Roman numerals look great: I usually don't like Roman numerals, but I love my Bambino v2, which is Roman numerals all around. A very good watch if you dress daily in a classic style: not exactly a dress watch for black tie events, but if you like your jacket and tie, it's great.
Really lovely watch. I have an older style Orient Tristar FAB00005J9, with a nice almost sky blue with amazing sunburst, non hacking or handwinding, but it's OK for me, and an orange bezel Mako XL, that I love. Both are high quality finished, can't say my Mako only has a little backplay on the bezel, because it has absolutely no backplay whatsoever. I'm beginning to believe that Orient has a higher quality standard than Seiko which can be hit or miss, though I must say my 5kx does have perfect alignment and no bezel backplay either. Great review. I think an Orient Star is definitely in my future, not necessarily this one.
This IS the sarb033 killer. I am waiting for a chance to buy the 38mm blue version. Orient star (not just orient) is a brand that most people are missing out on. It is a seiko killer in all aspects. In orient language, it's the grand seiko of seikos. Btw, jomashop is selling the black one for around $370. A killer deal.
Thanks for the great review! I have the same watch, but with a dark blue dial. The seller called this model "contemporary". For me, this is the perfect watch "matching a suit", although I wear an Orient Star diver with Shinrin dial every day. Probably because I don't wear a formal suit every day 🙂
Thanks! There seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to these JDM models and their names. Heck even the reference numbers are a little confusing. For Orient Japan they start with an RK everywhere else lists them as RE. Then some sites add a 00B to the end, others don't.
IMO its more of a dressy sport watch rather than a dress watch. SS bracelet, lume, date comp., 100m WR etc. push it more into sport watch territory. It's the more affordable Japanese version of an Omega AT.
A lot of people have mentioned that, and to be fair I have worn it with pretty much everything. So maybe it is. Perhaps after the pandemic is over I'll try to do a get together of local subscribers. I'd be curious to see what people say when they see it person.
I got the blue dial, it is such a comfortable watch to wear. The sunburst blue dial most of the times looks almost black ,but when the sun hit the dial , turns in a nice blue. The gold accent of the 12,sec hand and logo is very subtle, almost silver. Mine runs at +15sec /day,but i have it for 3 days only,hopefully it will settle down. I liked the power indicator ,very useful when wear other watches. Has the crystal any anti-reflecting coating?
I like when you create a video about some rare models that cannot be found anywhere else. As Victorinox officer model you did👌 and weirdly we have almost same rare watches😀 i also shared a picture with my Orient star on instagram. Thanks for the video!👏🏼
As a SARB owner I get the comparison but I wouldn’t trade my SARB for it. If you ever decide to part with the Orient Star Outdoor, I would be first in line to take that off your hands😉
I have the same watch. Great review! I feel the same of the watch. The main selling point is the case design and bracelet, really that good. The dial could be a bit less reflective tho, and the outer ring groove on the dial is impossible to see sometimes, feel like an afterthought. Now i cant stop thingking of that smiling cat power reserve everytime i see it 😂 👍🏽👍🏽
Likje the name, the Cheshire, well spotted cat look-a-like, I can't un-see that now ! Orient uses it's own Super Clear Coating SCC, which is supposedly the best there is, next to Seiko's own SAR coating. I own a couple of Orient Stars and can vouch for this, looks like no crystal from virtually all angles, amazing. Great vid btw, tricky with this dial :)
A very interesting dial and something slightly different from a dressier watch. If it were a little lower priced it would be a more appealing option. Great review ☺️👍
I just ordered the black one on creation watches for £343 delivered, including tax. Seems rediculous when the next slight step up would be something like Seiko sharp edges for £800 odd
it's a beautiful watch, however the roman numerals make it lose some of the versatility the SARB has. my only other complaint would be the white background on the date complication. the SARB033 has a black baground that helps making it blend with the rest of the dial. Of course, there's also that status the SARB has in the community that adds a certain X factor to it in terms of collectibility.
Mostly agree with your conclusion about this watch, overall its amazing. The beautiful bracelet is one of the first things I noticed. There are two major gripes here imo, first one is the white date wheel. It's almost an eyesore here compared to the Orient Star field watch. And I don't like the roman numerals here. Once you see the Cheshire cat grin you can't unsee it. Cheers Shane!
Hey Shane! Great watch, not that dressy in my opinion. I think is very sporty. What fabric is that grey strap on the watch? Looks great and is different from all the rest of the bunch. Thanks!
Thanks Shane! While I enjoyed your review very much, I can't really get there on this one. 38 mm is just too small for me. And while I generally like a power reserve, this one bothers me for some reason. In terms of other dress watches, I have a Dreyfus Swiss Made automatic that I paid around $200 for. And right now you can buy an Eterna Swiss Made automatic in a 40 or 42 mm on a bracelet for around $400. So for me, the Orient doesn't represent good value at the $500 price point.
The large dial optically makes it look much more like 40mm than any 38mm I ever saw. I ended up compulsively measuring it over and over again before I was convinced it was really a 38.
damn what a coincidence! I was looking for reviews for this model few hours ago and couldn't find any good once in English but I had a good feeling about this watch so I pulled the trigger anyway. and now you upload the video! and I am very happy with my decision. the only thing is that I do not think it fits into dress watch category. I think it is more everyday sports watch. it has lume 100m water resistance, bracelet , not so thin. definitely not a dress watch in my opinion.
I think that was one of the reasons TUS recommended it, a few videos but none really in English. When you get it let me know what you think, and if you still think it gives off sports watch vibes in person. Cheers!
@@RelativeTime I find the finish on the orient more to my taste due to the brushed sides compared to the polished sides on the sarb and the lugs on the Orient are eye catching to me especially with the polished section right at the end of the lugs which is angled, the bracelet is also a major plus compared to the sarb for me with the finish of it and feel. Glad I got this watch in the end, its a keeper for my small collection due to having the power reserve which I find rather handy at times when I wear my other watches. Thanks for the video as well, as I think this may be the first real review of this watch in English I have seen, hopefully it will help perspective buyers of the piece.
The Retrograde was gorgeous. I remember its only real flaw was being a bit thick. I think it was like 14.25mm. Which considering the movement and everything going on is understandable, but a bit big for a dress watch.
I still need to check out some of the edifice watches. As well as some of the Oceanus. I almost ordered one last year, but then shipping out of Japan started getting sketchy. Supposedly it's good again.
Each time I see Orient Star reviews I feel like they don't hold up to macro shots. In this example the indices look rough/dirty, and I've seen on other where the case finishing just doesn't seem impressive. I may be overthinking it, as otherwise this seems like a great piece, and in everyday wear it would never be noticed. Anyways, thanks for the great review.
Shane , please make a review on Orient Star RE-AY 0006A limited edition moonphase, there are abs no english review, only asian, thai or and other similar reviews
I’d love to. If it’s the one I’m thinking of, I saw them on Orient Japans site a while ago. Although I think the MSRP is a couple grand, so it’s a bit out of the budget right now. If I can barrow one, or get a discount to buy one I will, but so far no luck.
Nice review. I particularly like how you described the effect of the case sides down to the lugs. I'm not really feeling the big roman numerals... I see what you are saying about the vertical line, but they seem a bit jarring and out of place. The datewheel doesn't bother me that much because there are so many other white elements on the dial.
I knew that was one thing that a lot of people wouldn't like. Orient has a number of other watches that keep the indices more consistent, so maybe they felt like they needed to do something different on this one.
I never really thought of it as a sports watch, but a lot of people have mentioned that. Although to be fair I have worn this with shorts and a polo a few times, which I usually don't do with other dress watches. So maybe something to that.
This review reminds me of one of the first you made that drew me to your channel, that is, your review of the Orient Star Retrograde. I myself have an Orient Star Open Heart in gun metal, which has a case finishing like this Standard, that is outstanding for its price. In my opinion, these watches represent Orient Star at its innovative and unique best. Could they be used as dress watches? I think yes, though they are not for everyone. However, if you want a look that goes beyond a clean dial, stick indices and dauphine-style hands, then you should give these Orient Stars a try.
Are you sure this is a dress watch? That case is far too mighty and the dial too busy, no minimalism to be found. I'd consider it more of a shiny sports watch.
I had one. Sold it. I choose Sarb. But this OS is a level up from Seiko. Quality is outstanding. Cons are - the lume dots ( unnecessary ), Roman numerals (matter of taste) , white date wheel ( matter of preference but I think most would choose the black one). Non of these is a deal breaker imo. This one is one od the most underrated watches on the market.
@@RelativeTime Same as the rest. A level up as for Q and comfort. I don't really enjoy Seiko's bracelet. I wear my Sarb on straps. It really is a strap monster.
I love everything about this watch including the price… Except! The Roman numerals…I dislike it enough but I just can’t buy it… I’m in the market for an affordable ‘dressier’ watch…I thought this one was it until I saw those Romans… Thanks Shane!
I'm not a dress watch guy, either. But, that watch is a keeper. I don't know of anyone else that does a better job than Orient getting nice watches into the lower end of the market.
This watch isn't a dress watch and isn't marketed as one. Too thick to be one and dress watches generally are on leather straps. Yes you can turn it into one but on the metal bracelet it's more of a daily driver
Just something about a power reserve placed at the 12 on watches that drives me crazy. Guess I'm just used to the vintage Zodiac Autographic with it as a central hand.
That’s a really good looking watch. And when I saw the thumbnail, I thought I was in trouble. But I really dislike Roman numerals. A bit too much for me
There are some older versions with 4 o'clock crowns and different colours. WZ0301EL is an odd brown pinstripe that looks reminiscent of a wood paneled stationwagon. There were a few others (gold and champagne was OK). I'm not a fan of the Roman numerals, but mostly because they are not as thick as the other indices. Good video.
Blasphemy!!! Dauphine hands are not overused! They are, IMHO, the single most elegant looking handset in existence. My one regret with my JLC Master Control is that I have the generation made with an Alligator handset and not dauphine hands.
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Every time I am looking for a Seiko, I end up findig an Orient that can do more for the price
It doesn’t really matter. These are not actual tools. All of them are actually poor choices for a reliable time telling wrist device. That said, I’m a big Orient fan.
@@d3xmeister Nah
@@d3xmeister I don't think he meant that orients can literally do something more than seiko. By "do" he meant offer more value for the same price.
My thoughts exactly.
@d3xmeister what would you consider a efficient time keeping devices?
Seiko is my favorite watch company. With that said I’ve purchased three Orients over the last three years. I own an Orient Mforce Bravo, Triton, and recently purchased the new 2020 Mforce. I’m definitely thinking for dollars 💵 spent that Orient is definitely the best value watch out there . I’m also noticing that every time I see the newest or latest Seiko that’s priced over 1k there’s an Orient watch that’s equally as good or better at half the price point.
Thx for the comment.
Hey Shane! I have to thank you - this video actually tipped the scales of consideration and made me finally decide to go get this watch. And I am absolutely amazed! Thank you so much. Honestly, everything you said in the review is spot on, and then some. Especially when it comes to the wearing comfort. The dial really is gorgeous while the hands are something to behold! The entire watch is an almost perfect combination of elegant, sporty, casual and dress notwithstanding the Roman numerals. I actually bought the watch a couple of months ago and I still find myself getting lost in the absolutely amazing beauty of the watch. Finally, it also looks amazing on a black aligator leather strap or a bit more casual brown or British racing green calf leather straps. The only complaint I would potentially have is (agreeing with you) the white date wheel. Honestly it doesn't really bother me that much, but I agree that a black date wheel could have been a better choice. Overall - it's definitely a keeper!
Cheers!
At last the review I’ve been looking for! This watch is literally in my basket waiting to pull the trigger on it! Thanks Shane
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is a beautiful watch! The quality seems to be really great
I've watched reviews from all the leading youtube reviewers and this is easily the best. You show the actually watch throughout the video commentary, which really helps get an idea of how it looks. And the commentary is straight forward and helpful. Excellent! Subscribed.
Thanks and welcome. When I started the channel a while ago , my goal was to provide high quality images and audio. Rather than just it shaky grainy cameras as someone was holding a watch.
It's been a long road, but I enjoy it.
Thats a relaxing voice and good camera shots 👌
Orient just keeps failing to disappoint. Beautiful watch, thanks for the review!
I own the blue one and damn it's gorgeous. Definitely a keeper in thr collection
Blue one looks really nice. I like the touch of rose gold they put on it.
@@RelativeTime yea I think the rose gold really adds a dimension of warmth to it
I’ve got my eye on the blue one and would find a nice aftermarket jubilee bracelet to put on it. 20mm lug width?
@@mattmcgriff5952 yup a 20mm lug width
I recently got an Orient star open heart ( RE-AT0001L) . It's very similar to the one shown on your video ( similar movement , bracelet, casing ). I also have a Seiko Sarb033. I would agree that the Orient is better in terms of finer details in the dial, appearance of the movement, and especially in the bracelet. Overall I would say that Orient has more value in terms of watch quality to cost.
Great review. Perfect timing, Shane. I have been looking at Orient Stars today...LOL.
Nice!
@@RelativeTime Just ordered one of these from Ebay this morning. I really like and own a few Orients (two Kamasus and one Triton) , but this will be my first Orient Star. A power reserve indicator is really nice.
I like this Orient better than the Seiko. That grey strap looks awesome and I love the Roman numerals. The reserve hand should have been the same color as the rest though. I like the blue dial better but the black is like black ice. Gorgeous! Awesome video Shane. Stay safe.
I have the blue version and I really love it. Thanks for reviewing it, I think this is the first English review of this watch. I tried my leather straps on it, but I prefer the original bracelet.
I think that was one of the reasons Tus recommended I review it. Their are a few other videos on it, but none in English.
Blue for me. I'm glad you showed us this one. I've never seen this. Very nice indeed!
You know you can't kill the Sarb, Shane! Hey man, thanks again for the watch!
Well technically it's pretty hard to do as Seiko killed off the Sarb033 a few years ago... but I think you know what I mean.
@@RelativeTime Sarb of the Undead....
Can't get past the 6 and the 12. Love some of Orient Star's other watches, when they are traditionally sized.
Edit: oh nice review, danke Shane ;)
Fantastic video. I have to say that this watch in white looks much more refined. It's a connoisseur timepiece. Thank you and regards.
This was obviously a very difficult watch to capture with video, especially when you are so good at photographing all of your other ones in your other videos. I can see glimmers of great interest in specific shots but most of the time it seems very dull and boring. With so many shiny surfaces it's impossible that that's the watch's true character. But this definitely seems like one that must be experienced in person to get an authentic impression.
Thank you again for the great review.
This watch is listed on the Orient Star website under the "Orient Star Contemporary" tab. Looking at it, two things stood out: the case reminds me of the Seiko Presage "Sharp-Edged" watch, and the bracelet has looks very similar to the one on the Sharp-Edge watches. The place where the Seiko stands out is the dial design, but then it also has an MSRP at $1000 USD. This Orient Star, besides in black, is offered with a white or blue dial. I'm really sold on the Orient Star, which is a serious "under-the-radar" brand in the States (outside of the enthusiast market).
Nice review. Personally, I don't see this as STRICTLY a dress watch, especially the white dial version on leather. This can be more versatile to me and that's one of the plusses here. No watch is perfect, and I don't care for the Romans at 12 & 6, but it's not enough to ruin the overall look. I have been looking at mid-level Swiss watches and the value here is truly amazing; also true compared to recent Seikos. Orient Star is making some beautiful, high quality watches at prices that make comparable Swiss watches seem ridiculously overpriced. (which they often are, even at grey market prices)
This isn't a dress watch at all don't know where he is getting that from. It's clearly a daily driver watch.
Hi Shane, many thanks for your video, I've been watching and thinking of one of these for some time, I have a 033, but I'm now ready to pull the trigger on the white dial version, regards Dave
This is one of the nicest Orient watches on par with Seiko Presage, I bought this $275 new from Japan on 2017 and as of now 2022 $475 or more 🤟
Hi buddy! How is it with the accuracy since the all time of using?
This is a beautiful timepiece, I have the (RE-AU0005L00B) blue dial version.
Orient Star are fabulous. Love my Seeker GMT.
I cannot un-see the Cheshire Cat smiling now, which I enjoy and I think it makes the watch a lot more playful. 😁 Great video of a great watch!
Once you see it, it's hard not too. The other name 2 different people mentioned was "Deep Space 9" . I guess it reminded them of the space station in the Star Trek Deep Space Nine. Which I can sort of see, but not as much as the Cheshire smile.
A really nice watch it may be, however it's not exactly my cup of tea since I'm not a dress watch kind of a guy, but I am thinking about adding an Orient TriStar or two to my collection and I'm also an Orient fan 😎
The macro shots that you do are the best in class!!
Thanks!
Dude, you are a mind reader. I just starting looking into this model and even starting looking up prices. For me when I think Orient Star this is the kind of thing I think of and not the diver or outdoor.
Ebay had some good prices for these yesterday....under $400.00.
My first memory of a wristwatch was my dad’s Orient Tri Star. Few years ago I was ready to get my first watch and I went for Orient Bambino. Few days ago I had a chance to pick the same Orient Star for a great price so I went for it! Best watch for the price!
I still absolutely love this watch, at this point I think it is my favorite orient star. In fact I was just wearing it yesterday.
Orient get things so close to being right, but there's always a bit of a compromise. If you're not a fan of the numerals or bold power reserve on this then the Orient Star Basic Date is a great alternative, but it is 43mm wide and has 21mm lugs. I have the silver dial Basic Date and it's a beautiful watch, but I wish it was 38mm, even with my 7.5 inch wrist
Recommendation then is a Standard Date, but the series from back around 2015.
WZ0031DV was one of them, the one I have is WZ0041AC- 10.9mm thin, and 39mm case diameter, great dial texture and electric blue sunburst. Case is very reminiscent of the SARB033/035.
the orient symphony 3 and sun&moon version 3 are the best orient dress watches and @ a excellent price!
Sun& Moon is one I've been meaning to check out for years. Looks great.
Just bought this watch 2 days ago, I am IN LOVE 😅
An excellent everyday watch, it seems.
Beautiful watch. I've been eyeballing Orient Stars for a while now, will have to eventually make a splash out sometime soon :)
I almost got this Orient Star but the power reserve seems a bit intrusive and I passed on it. If you want to see a SARB inspired watch take a look at the recent release of the Citizen NK0000-95L and NK0000-10A. I am hoping these make it to the U.S.
Greta review , Shane.These Orient Stars offer fantastic value and the finishing is absolutely superb for the $$$. I have the dark green open heart model and am super impressed with it. The blue dial one is also worth considering. An often (shamefully) overlooked brand. I also have the burgundy dial Kamasu, only complaint is with the piddly crown with crown guards that make it very difficult to screw the crown back in and the $2 piece of crap clasp. I purchased a fantastic jubilee style custom bracelet from Marc at longisland watches to replace it (haven't got it yet, as covid has really mucked the international postal service around).
Great video.
I have a Sarb033 and macro lenses. Honestly looking at the finish quality on this Orient Star especially blown up with your macro lens - it’s not in the same league as a Sarb. The indices and hands on the Orient look so rough by comparison. The Sarb looks better the closer you look.
Well, part of the design here has bits of the hands and indices brushed for more contrast. Although in a lot of ways it doesn't matter as much as because the SARB033 is unfortunately gone. It was something special that may never truly be replaced.
I disagree. I own an Orient Star Retrograde, Orient Star classic, Grand Seiko sbga001 spring drive, and Marinemaster 300. I have to say the dial and hands quality of the OS is about 70 percent dare I say when compared to my GS and at least on par with my mm300. Both being significantly more than the Orients that I paid less than $250 a pop. I doubt the Sarb is comparable especially when factoring the value proposition.
Definitely a SARB033 killer. I'd take this over the SARB anyday of the week.
Very nice. ..& good review..a tad of raised eyebrow on the price but still,like yourself I do like a power reserve.
That VI/XII indexes are not exactly my cup of tea, but somehow they look good on this watch. Orient has a way to make Roman numerals look great: I usually don't like Roman numerals, but I love my Bambino v2, which is Roman numerals all around. A very good watch if you dress daily in a classic style: not exactly a dress watch for black tie events, but if you like your jacket and tie, it's great.
Totally agree
Great review 👍 , the Cheshire nickname is great! Beautiful watch too.
Great review. Thanks for sharing your opinion. I have it on wrist atm. It’s gorgeous and certainly rivals of my SARB035.
Really lovely watch. I have an older style Orient Tristar FAB00005J9, with a nice almost sky blue with amazing sunburst, non hacking or handwinding, but it's OK for me, and an orange bezel Mako XL, that I love. Both are high quality finished, can't say my Mako only has a little backplay on the bezel, because it has absolutely no backplay whatsoever. I'm beginning to believe that Orient has a higher quality standard than Seiko which can be hit or miss, though I must say my 5kx does have perfect alignment and no bezel backplay either. Great review. I think an Orient Star is definitely in my future, not necessarily this one.
If you find one you like, an Orient Star is definitely worth. I haven't been disappointed yet.
This IS the sarb033 killer. I am waiting for a chance to buy the 38mm blue version. Orient star (not just orient) is a brand that most people are missing out on. It is a seiko killer in all aspects. In orient language, it's the grand seiko of seikos. Btw, jomashop is selling the black one for around $370. A killer deal.
Just cheeked Joma, that is a killer deal for it. Prices seem to fluctuate wildly on these, but you can occasionally find some good deals.
I grabbed one from Jomashop (via Ebay) this morning. Seems to be a pretty good value considering I won't have to upgrade the bracelet.
Seems like a sports watch to me. Thanks for the video.
Agreed
Thanks for the great review!
I have the same watch, but with a dark blue dial. The seller called this model "contemporary". For me, this is the perfect watch "matching a suit", although I wear an Orient Star diver with Shinrin dial every day. Probably because I don't wear a formal suit every day 🙂
Thanks! There seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to these JDM models and their names. Heck even the reference numbers are a little confusing. For Orient Japan they start with an RK everywhere else lists them as RE. Then some sites add a 00B to the end, others don't.
Orient is wonderful beautiful and the price really good.many blessings
It really is! Thank you
IMO its more of a dressy sport watch rather than a dress watch. SS bracelet, lume, date comp., 100m WR etc. push it more into sport watch territory. It's the more affordable Japanese version of an Omega AT.
A lot of people have mentioned that, and to be fair I have worn it with pretty much everything. So maybe it is.
Perhaps after the pandemic is over I'll try to do a get together of local subscribers. I'd be curious to see what people say when they see it person.
Agreed sports watch that's dressy
I got the blue dial, it is such a comfortable watch to wear. The sunburst blue dial most of the times looks almost black ,but when the sun hit the dial , turns in a nice blue. The gold accent of the 12,sec hand and logo is very subtle, almost silver. Mine runs at +15sec /day,but i have it for 3 days only,hopefully it will settle down. I liked the power indicator ,very useful when wear other watches.
Has the crystal any anti-reflecting coating?
3:10 i can't stand roman numerals on a watch . The watch looks great !
I like when you create a video about some rare models that cannot be found anywhere else. As Victorinox officer model you did👌 and weirdly we have almost same rare watches😀 i also shared a picture with my Orient star on instagram. Thanks for the video!👏🏼
Glad you liked it. What's your instagram name?
@@RelativeTime it is watch.and.coffee_
I also try to find you, as relative time, right?
@@umutaydogdu1502 I think it's relative.time
As a SARB owner I get the comparison but I wouldn’t trade my SARB for it.
If you ever decide to part with the Orient Star Outdoor, I would be first in line to take that off your hands😉
I have the same watch. Great review! I feel the same of the watch. The main selling point is the case design and bracelet, really that good. The dial could be a bit less reflective tho, and the outer ring groove on the dial is impossible to see sometimes, feel like an afterthought. Now i cant stop thingking of that smiling cat power reserve everytime i see it 😂 👍🏽👍🏽
I know... Once you see it, it's hard not to. Hopefully everyone thinks it's fun and I didn't ruin the watch for anyone.
Likje the name, the Cheshire, well spotted cat look-a-like, I can't un-see that now ! Orient uses it's own Super Clear Coating SCC, which is supposedly the best there is, next to Seiko's own SAR coating. I own a couple of Orient Stars and can vouch for this, looks like no crystal from virtually all angles, amazing. Great vid btw, tricky with this dial :)
A very interesting dial and something slightly different from a dressier watch. If it were a little lower priced it would be a more appealing option. Great review ☺️👍
I just ordered the black one on creation watches for £343 delivered, including tax. Seems rediculous when the next slight step up would be something like Seiko sharp edges for £800 odd
@@pkn5607 Agreed. The Orient looks a very cool watch, enjoy! ☺️👍
The other model RE-AU0006S00B within same line, white dial and blue second hand seems to be better layout with white date window.
it's a beautiful watch, however the roman numerals make it lose some of the versatility the SARB has. my only other complaint would be the white background on the date complication. the SARB033 has a black baground that helps making it blend with the rest of the dial. Of course, there's also that status the SARB has in the community that adds a certain X factor to it in terms of collectibility.
Mostly agree with your conclusion about this watch, overall its amazing. The beautiful bracelet is one of the first things I noticed. There are two major gripes here imo, first one is the white date wheel. It's almost an eyesore here compared to the Orient Star field watch. And I don't like the roman numerals here. Once you see the Cheshire cat grin you can't unsee it. Cheers Shane!
Hey Shane! Great watch, not that dressy in my opinion. I think is very sporty. What fabric is that grey strap on the watch? Looks great and is different from all the rest of the bunch. Thanks!
Thanks! Which strap, the grey wool or the perlon? I should have links to both in the description. If not, let me know.
@@RelativeTime Thanks Shane! It's the Harris tweed ash grey! Great looking strap,... I want one. Cheers!
Thanks Shane! While I enjoyed your review very much, I can't really get there on this one. 38 mm is just too small for me. And while I generally like a power reserve, this one bothers me for some reason. In terms of other dress watches, I have a Dreyfus Swiss Made automatic that I paid around $200 for. And right now you can buy an Eterna Swiss Made automatic in a 40 or 42 mm on a bracelet for around $400. So for me, the Orient doesn't represent good value at the $500 price point.
The large dial optically makes it look much more like 40mm than any 38mm I ever saw. I ended up compulsively measuring it over and over again before I was convinced it was really a 38.
I love your channel !! And this voice !
Thank you so much!!
damn what a coincidence! I was looking for reviews for this model few hours ago and couldn't find any good once in English but I had a good feeling about this watch so I pulled the trigger anyway. and now you upload the video! and I am very happy with my decision. the only thing is that I do not think it fits into dress watch category. I think it is more everyday sports watch. it has lume 100m water resistance, bracelet , not so thin. definitely not a dress watch in my opinion.
I think that was one of the reasons TUS recommended it, a few videos but none really in English. When you get it let me know what you think, and if you still think it gives off sports watch vibes in person.
Cheers!
@@RelativeTime sure will
Got this a few days ago and I love it, compares well with my sarb033, much prefer the orient.
How would you compare the finish on the case between the two?
@@RelativeTime I find the finish on the orient more to my taste due to the brushed sides compared to the polished sides on the sarb and the lugs on the Orient are eye catching to me especially with the polished section right at the end of the lugs which is angled, the bracelet is also a major plus compared to the sarb for me with the finish of it and feel. Glad I got this watch in the end, its a keeper for my small collection due to having the power reserve which I find rather handy at times when I wear my other watches.
Thanks for the video as well, as I think this may be the first real review of this watch in English I have seen, hopefully it will help perspective buyers of the piece.
Much like my Orient Curator with it's power reserve indicator,the best complication imo
Always loved Orient Star. Love the size of this, but not a fan at all of the Roman numerals. My choice of OS would be the Retrograde
The Retrograde was gorgeous. I remember its only real flaw was being a bit thick. I think it was like 14.25mm. Which considering the movement and everything going on is understandable, but a bit big for a dress watch.
I think in the bang for buck in this style that the Casio edifice range have nailed down pretty tight.
I still need to check out some of the edifice watches. As well as some of the Oceanus. I almost ordered one last year, but then shipping out of Japan started getting sketchy. Supposedly it's good again.
Nicely done as usual. Thank you.
Very nice watch and thank you for all those band changes...I might just buy this for my Valentines gift! Lol
Luckily this one is a 20mm, so strap changes are easy. If you are really interested someone above mentioned Joma has them on sale for $370.
@@RelativeTime Yes, that just helps sweeten the deal! Thank you 🙏🏼
Each time I see Orient Star reviews I feel like they don't hold up to macro shots. In this example the indices look rough/dirty, and I've seen on other where the case finishing just doesn't seem impressive. I may be overthinking it, as otherwise this seems like a great piece, and in everyday wear it would never be noticed. Anyways, thanks for the great review.
Shane , please make a review on Orient Star RE-AY 0006A limited edition moonphase, there are abs no english review, only asian, thai or and other similar reviews
I’d love to. If it’s the one I’m thinking of, I saw them on Orient Japans site a while ago. Although I think the MSRP is a couple grand, so it’s a bit out of the budget right now. If I can barrow one, or get a discount to buy one I will, but so far no luck.
@@RelativeTime they are rather expensive, on Chrono 24 min 1278 € in Australia, onlly 5 pieces
Very nice! 😃 I'm not a fan of power reserve meters but this is a nice watch
Nice review. I particularly like how you described the effect of the case sides down to the lugs. I'm not really feeling the big roman numerals... I see what you are saying about the vertical line, but they seem a bit jarring and out of place. The datewheel doesn't bother me that much because there are so many other white elements on the dial.
I knew that was one thing that a lot of people wouldn't like. Orient has a number of other watches that keep the indices more consistent, so maybe they felt like they needed to do something different on this one.
Super, super, super review. What's the Watch Strap sizing please? Many Thanks
20mm. Glad you enjoyed it.
Great review, Shane!
Thanks!
A stone cold killer in that price range... super underrated watch.
Seems a bit more sporty than dressy to me. Or at least a 50/50 combo of both.
Great review 👍
I never really thought of it as a sports watch, but a lot of people have mentioned that. Although to be fair I have worn this with shorts and a polo a few times, which I usually don't do with other dress watches. So maybe something to that.
It's not a dress watch and not marketed as one. Too thick for one to begin with
Very attractive watch. Thank you.
Orient has a ton of sarb killer’s
This review reminds me of one of the first you made that drew me to your channel, that is, your review of the Orient Star Retrograde. I myself have an Orient Star Open Heart in gun metal, which has a case finishing like this Standard, that is outstanding for its price. In my opinion, these watches represent Orient Star at its innovative and unique best.
Could they be used as dress watches? I think yes, though they are not for everyone. However, if you want a look that goes beyond a clean dial, stick indices and dauphine-style hands, then you should give these Orient Stars a try.
Are you sure this is a dress watch? That case is far too mighty and the dial too busy, no minimalism to be found. I'd consider it more of a shiny sports watch.
I had one. Sold it. I choose Sarb. But this OS is a level up from Seiko. Quality is outstanding. Cons are - the lume dots ( unnecessary ), Roman numerals (matter of taste) , white date wheel ( matter of preference but I think most would choose the black one). Non of these is a deal breaker imo. This one is one od the most underrated watches on the market.
How does the bracelet compare to the one on the SARB?
@@RelativeTime Same as the rest. A level up as for Q and comfort. I don't really enjoy Seiko's bracelet. I wear my Sarb on straps. It really is a strap monster.
I had the gmt version, found it abit big and top heavy. Great quality, and robust movement tho.
I love everything about this watch including the price… Except! The Roman numerals…I dislike it enough but I just can’t buy it… I’m in the market for an affordable ‘dressier’ watch…I thought this one was it until I saw those Romans… Thanks Shane!
i think they great, really like the blue dial one
I like that they added a couple small touches of rose gold on the blue one. I think it's just the 12 and the power reserve.
Grait video well done! Migth just get on of those👍
Looks great . Reminded me of watch called monta noble
Monta makes some great watches.
I'm not a dress watch guy, either. But, that watch is a keeper. I don't know of anyone else that does a better job than Orient getting nice watches into the lower end of the market.
This watch isn't a dress watch and isn't marketed as one. Too thick to be one and dress watches generally are on leather straps. Yes you can turn it into one but on the metal bracelet it's more of a daily driver
Please make a video about the SARB013! I would love to see your take on it.
The hard part is getting ahold of one. I think they are fairly rare.
Just something about a power reserve placed at the 12 on watches that drives me crazy. Guess I'm just used to the vintage Zodiac Autographic with it as a central hand.
That’s a really good looking watch. And when I saw the thumbnail, I thought I was in trouble. But I really dislike Roman numerals. A bit too much for me
Their is another Orient, the re-au0402b00b, that looks a little similar to this one, but for some reason they went with a 42mm on it. No clue why.
@@RelativeTime good looking watch. But 42mm is too large for a dress watch. And I have a fairly large wrist
Can't unsee the cheshire smile
Yup, once you see it it's hard not to.
As always beatiful rewie!it's a pety for roman nunbers and the dimension...for sub 7 inch it's to big
Do you think the 38mm is too big, or the 47 lug to lug?
@@RelativeTime lug to lug!
There are some older versions with 4 o'clock crowns and different colours. WZ0301EL is an odd brown pinstripe that looks reminiscent of a wood paneled stationwagon. There were a few others (gold and champagne was OK). I'm not a fan of the Roman numerals, but mostly because they are not as thick as the other indices. Good video.
Great review
Great looking watch. Could this serve as an everyday watch?
Blasphemy!!! Dauphine hands are not overused! They are, IMHO, the single most elegant looking handset in existence. My one regret with my JLC Master Control is that I have the generation made with an Alligator handset and not dauphine hands.
Don't get me wrong, it's a great classic design. But man are they hard to photograph.
@@RelativeTime Depends on the faceting of the hands and the color of the dial.
The power reserve hand should match the others, it’s indistinct. It’s much more a sports watch than a dress one.
Dude got an amazing voice. 👏
I was all set to get a wz carbon dial and they discontinued it bummer! These orient stars are meh I cannot track down the datejust or carbon!
Nice watch. Good video.