A Limited Edition Actually Worth Buying? Orient Mako Anniversary.
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The Mako/Kamasu is a bit of a classic affordable Japanese diver. This Anniversary Edition is fifty quid more than the regular version. I think it is probably worth it. Do you? Cheers, Jody
Orient does a continually great job with the trio Ray-Mako-Kamasu, particularly the third and second generations of the later two respectively (Ray still needs a third generation, i think). Together they're like a "contemporary classic" that doesn't feel like three dead horses being beaten. Even the limited editions don't look like cashgrabs as other brands often do, just good-looking variations of the same themes. Truly a great modest brand that knowns its history and stays true to itself.
And thanks for remembering Senna! Great man, sad loss.
need to change the crown size tho
You forgot to mention the Bambino
Totally agree!
The watch RUclipsrs need to quit it, I’m gonna be homeless with a tremendous watch collection!
At least you’ll always be able to tell time! 😂
Don't buy disposable seikos and you'll have nicer things and less of them !
No lie.
You only need 7 watches.
1. G shock 2. Dress watch 3. Field watch 4. Diver 5. Gmt 6. Luxury 7. Chrono.
@@shino8854Or… you can have 7 of each!! 😂
Orient was the first watch I was given as a 8 year old back in 1968 for my birthday day, and I still have it, and every now and then I will get it out, give it a shake, and off it goes.
Great watches.
Damm your old!
@@snoepox1257
Cheeky bugger!
I’ve got this far, you by the sounds of it, still need to get here.
Nice shirt mate! All of us Brazilians miss Senna a lot.
A bitter sweet anniversary day. Well done on to Orient, nice touch Jody on the tribute to Senna. Will never be forgotten.
The Orient Mako USA II had a sapphire crystal, the same F6922 movement, a more proportional handset with a red tip second hand, a 120 click bezel and a classic all black colorway for $100+ USD less.
I am envious of the options Orient has in the USA. You have such great choice there. Here in Australia the brand does not even exist and we have to import them via online sellers.
I sold my white mako USA 😭
Don’t forget solid end links
Would this be RA-AA0819N? Orient models are so confusing to decipher.
@@mtbbiker6401 Orient Mako USA II: Black dial SAA0200AB9, Blue dial SAA0200BD9 and White Dial SAA0200CW9. Happy Hunting!
I really like the Mako. I’m a sucker for numerals at the cardinal points of a watch dial but I fall into the “wish it had 20mm lugs” camp unfortunately. Maybe one day I’ll get over myself because it’s a cracking watch 😂
Lovely touch with the t shirt today Jody. Senna sempre 🇧🇷🏎️
Great video!
I don’t think you can beat an Orient Mako. The Mako 2 was great and still my primary watch. The Mako 3 added the lumed second hand which was nice. This anniversary edition is interesting. My only complaint is the lume could be better but it gets the job done and will last all night. It is also the only affordable dive watch with the numerals that I know of, which to me makes it perfect. Great watch!
I still got my og mako which I bought like 15 years ago, and it still works great! I recently ordered their new Mako Sport 40 and I'm so excited to get it.
I've owned this watch for well over 5 years and it's become my everyday wear. I've made a few upgrades: Double domed sapphire crystal, Uncle Seiko Beads of Rice band, and an upgraded handset. This things looks and feels so substantial, clean simple design that does NOT feel heavy- just kinda premium. It really has a classy understated look.
Oh- it also happens to be cheap!
My first nice watch was the Mako USA 2. Sapphire and solid end links. I’ll never let that thing go.
I can't believe it's been 30 years! 😢
Thank you for remembering.
Like the T-Shirt. 22 mil my preference bracelet or band I think it makes the larger watches that I like look less too big on my smaller wrist. My tiny gold Hamilton dress watches are 18 mil that looks right on them so there you have it...
I’ve been a viewer since I got into watches in 2018, it’s been fun to watch your channel grow! One of the best watch RUclipsrs
the Rolex GMT II I bought in 1995 had hollow end links and pressed metal clasp. I can live with them on a entry-level diver, it drove me to distraction on the Rollie, which I eventually sold. I own a Mako II and owned the original way back when. Guess I'd better go get me the anniversary edition now!
Orient Mako was one of my first autos, the older one with the twin crowns. Wish I'd hung onto it now. My current Orients are the baby Triton and the hugely underrated M-force. The latter have an RRP of around £600 but can be had for much less. Features include an uprated 6722 movement and higher shock resistance, sapphire, solid end links and nicer bracelet plus ISO certification. Quality is a step up from the entry level and on par with Orient Star watches.
Not only beautiful, but quite a good mechanism. I would have liked it even more without complications, but still one of my favorites.
It’s a great looking watch. Would look great on a blue fkm rubber strap.
For sure!
I recently bought a mako 40 lilac and, outside of what I assume was a piece of waste plastic and certainly not something meant to be an actual watch strap, it's fantastic. I'm going to check this one out. Hey, in house movement, by the watch snobs own rules this makes Orient next level. Oh, and I have 2 Cestrian field, hands down best value prop going, aliexpress included.
I still love my Kamasu und my 2 Makos. Still the best you can get under €200. I upgraded my black one with a Strapcode bracelet that is way better than the Original one from Orient
A moment of silence to mark 30 years since Senna's passing. Obrigado!
I have the burnt orange fumé JDM only edition of this watch. Picked it up from Dave over at Just The Watch. Great little rotation piece in my collection. Took it off the rather ordinary bracelet and have it on a black and orange striped two piece nylon.
RN-AA0817Y? My most worn watch. 😄
Ayrton Senna approves this video.
🇧🇷Senna #1🇧🇷
I like it …I’ve got a red Kamasu on a Nato and it’s a superb beater. Ditch the bracelet, fit a NATO or rubber strap and it’s great
I have a regular Mako II and I love the 22mm, more or less untapered, bracelet. It makes it look and feel substantial.
Senna
I love the watch! Finally a day/date comp. EDIT: Haha you now mention us fellow day/date fanatics!
On a similar note: You have your best of Pagani, San Martin and others on your description. I think it's time to add the best of Addiesdive!
Just brought number 923 🙏
❤ AYRTON ❤
❤ AYRTON ❤
❤ AYRTON ❤
Still have my Mako XL as my DD. Paid $130 USD for it. It’s held up really well.
I’ve had my Mako 2 for four years. It is a solid work horse and, with the tapering Strapcode bracelet, looks and feels a lot more premium than the price point would suggest and the movement is still more accurate than my recent Seiko prospex spb 317 purchase!
My only big gripe is the bezel movement. It is so stiff as to be practically unusable most of the time.
Wait… it’s 10:07 on Friday the 13?! NO WAY!! 😅
Very appropriate t shirt for today, sir 🫡
A bit of detail ... the 'anniversary edition' on the dial is under the 20 on the bezel. Celebrating its 20th. 🙂
we love that touch!
I wouldn’t mind seeing the world map background come back, Jody! Maybe a dark mode version…
Unless someone is a Mako or should I say Orient fan I dont see people pulling the trigger especially with All the competition in this range
I don't dislike it at all. I do like that bezel insert. Unsure of the dial. Pity it still has the hollow end links. That would have been a whopping $2 more. An original (second pusher for the day) Mako was my beater forever back in the day. Not sure what year I bought it. Maybe 2008. I know I had it for a while before I left that job which was 2011. I did eventually replace the crystal with a sapphire and almost always wore it on a black/gray NATO. Eventually bought either a Strapcode or a Long Island bracelet. Probably my most work watch of all time. I did get a Mako II, a Ray II, a USA Mako and two Kamasus. I had a few of the SKSx and generally preferred the Makos. Still have all the orients and only still have my modded SKX.
Hey Jody, what a fantastic review, your video brings the Orient Mako 20th Anniversary to life! We love hearing all the feedback from your community too. All the best, Team WatchNation.
Jody, mate, when you pointed out your shirt I was wondering wondering why you had Travis Bickle before I figured out it was Aryton Senna
Yeah, that bracelet. I've been wearing my "Mako II" on leather for the last year or more. Makes for a better experience all around....and I'm not exactly a diver, so it works.. ;)
Currently on Amazon AU, both Mako's & Kamasu's are around the $250 - $350 in all different colours. This one is $672 then adding shipping. And for that price your still getting hollow end links & a pressed clasp that cost prob $1.50 to make.
For a Limited Edition they could've gone all out with a much better quality bracelet for a very slight extra in costings. Maybe even like Seiko do with some of their limited edition by offering a rubber strap as well. Like many, I got one of the Seiko King Turtle LE's That came with the SS bracelet & rubber strap, in a quality snap shut case & is 1 out of 1000. Paid just under $500au
Looks sharp! I would prefer the bezel not be coated. Has anyone pre-ordered the solar Sea Quartz 30? I like the new background in your videos Jody.
Nice shirt and homage to the great Senna 🙏
Senna Forever 🏁🇧🇷
$400+ usd and you still only get hollow end links and pressed clasps? Seriously, the only thing that the big brands have over micros is that maybe they have more fidelity in their warranties…
Entertaining review. I do like the watch & don’t have an Orient yet. Definitely thinking about it.
I’m a fan of 22mm lugs, but not a fan of hollow end links & pressed clasp for the money.
It shows how much effort the Chinese brands go to with fit & finish to make a sale on aliexpress to match the big name Japanese brands.
I enjoy my Orient Mako, I like this one more, but PLEASE Orient, make a larger crown!! I absolutely hate the crown on my Mako.
Really like that they put a 22mm band on it, but the hollow end links and pressed clasp are disappointing, especially at the "entry level" price point. Being a limited edition, diver's certified would be nice too. Considering what the SKX with upgrades would cost you I don't think it's unreasonable to ask for. And just out of curiosity, is the Fri 13 day/date some kind of foreshadowing on your part? 🤪
Yay! For day/date visible frame window. I wish you’d mention the accuracy of that movement. Should have numbered or dated the anniversary.
He did mention it. -15 to +25sec/day…. When running through the specs…
@@thetattedpharmacist3215 Yes. I know. But put it on the watch dial. By the words, “Anniversary Edition.”
A quick search revealed a price of 40000 japanese yen (japanese store), approx $400au or £200. I'm a pom in oz, my wife is japanese hence the currency conversion.
Watchdives Titanium Pelegos GMT just dropped too!
I miss the chapter ring from the old models. It made the dial smaller, which made the watch look smaller on the wrist.
This one is actually quite nice overall, for the price.
Owned both the Mako and a Kamasu. Sold the Kamasu and gifted and the Mako to a friend , nice watches but I personally wouldn't pay £350 for a limited edition
Watch nation are a v good store here in U.K.
We appreciate that John!
Nice watch, and as always a great review by Jody. I wonder how the learning experience of designing and producing the Erebus watches has informed the current reviews? 😎
It's not printing on the crown and the back case. It's LASER engraving.
Trivia: Printing is adding a thin layer of plastic based paint, polymerized with UV light (kind of like a very tough sticker). LASER engraving is removing a thin layer of the finish (stainless steel) via LASER scanning. Both are not as durable as embossed text but LASER engraving is going to last much longer than printing, and it's much cheaper to apply than all of the above.
PS. I am a professional in printing and engraving, but I don't know how the embossment is done.
I like the looks of this watch. Id consider picking one up if I didn't have my mako 2 I upgraded to sapphire and a strap code bracelet already.
I'll finally have it soon, pre-ordered it and parcel arrived empty in a freaking parcel locker. One thing sure, I'll remember this purchase 😅
I have a Tag Heuer with hollow end links. And I will have to go and check, but I have a feeling my Breitling may as well. And neither are hugely 'entry level' although they are both 25 years or so old.
some or most orients have sapphire. almost no seikos have sapphire
I'm in the 22mm camp, and this is a very pretty watch. That said, too much money for this one. I'd rather have either Erebus, a bunch of different San Martins, etc.
Quite pretty man, ill get a Kanno
Jody grwat video again! Has the Orient dive watch specifically with the Mako and Mako II ever gone with a 20mm? I've always thought they made them only in 22mm. Cheers mate 🍻👊🏽
It looks okay…. Cheaper than many Seiko’s… I’m not sure I’d pay “more” for this over the standard model….
The gold hands and 22mm bracelet are bothering me. Outside of that it's a great looking watch 😁
Ayrton!🍾
Love The Shirt Jody...Still Love My Orient Triton.
#SennaSempre #Senna30YearsAnni
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I like it. I've been meaning to get another Orient and I think the dial sold me. I really like the wave dials on the Omegas, but, the only modern Seamaster I like doesn't have it. This should do nicely. Bracelet isn't really an issue for me as I'm definitely gonna put it on a black or blue rubber strap.
Let's be honest, if you're saying this will do vs the Seamaster, then you were never really going to spend Seamaster money to begin with. 😂
@theaussiewhinger you misunderstood. I'm saying the seamaster I want doesn't have a wave dial(which I also want). I mean this will do specifically for the dial, not as an alternative to the seamaster. Still gonna get the seamaster eventually, but I got a santos, a speedy and a move at the end of the year to get out of the way first. This is something I can pick up in the meantime to satisfy my desire for that dial style.
"Anniversary Edition" seems upside down to me... That's my only gripe with the watch
How is it Seiko's cheaper subsidiary has better quality control than the parent?
I've always thought of Orient as a cheaper alternative to Seiko. They look kinda boring to me. Watches are all about perspective though, I know some people are super fans and love them! One model I did like, but I didn't like the hands. It was also really obscure and impossible to find.
You were pushing your luck having Friday 13th on the watch there Jody!
I really like the head of the watch.
Bracelet is awful with the stamped clasp, Hollow endlinks.
Thank God for micro brands!
Hello from Connecticut, USA!!!!
Good way to celebrate Inter Milan’s 20th Serie A league win. 💙🖤
Please add/show timegrapher readings to the watches you review.
349 pounds for a Mako? My first Mako was around $100.00. These watches are getting expensive.
What does a Bambino cost now?
For 349 pounds, I can get a Swiss made watch with solid end links.
I don't imagine these flying off the shelf.
Hello from Maine, USA!!!!
Watching from Thailand!
Hey, the Mako, the only watch to ever fall off of my wrist while secured with the clasp. The hollowed end link on one side gave way because my hand moved to fast. Then it uses this weird bent spring bar so ordinary spring bars dont work. I hate this watch.
Nice looking watch !!! I have a Mako II and I wonder if they have increased the size of the crown ? Mine is kind of small and hard to use. Otherwise I like my watch.
Yes apparently it has had a slight size increase as another reviewer I watch has noted.
Id' have preferred it with silver hands and not gold.
Orient is mom & pop compared to Seiko & Citizen, I hop they continue their excellence for decades.
Jodie, can't you get Watch nation to sell your Erebus watch?
Never fancied Orient but a good solid watch for the money.
It's the new Seiko. You just need a strapcode bracelet so add 100 to any price you see. Or be like me and get the bracelet and Orient used.
Like the shirt! ❤
Very nice but probably limited to several million copies. 😊
Hello from Sydney
Folded links are lighter and more comfortable!
Why do you guys hate folded links so much? I get it - you just want to be hoity toity! That means you need to quit wearing flip flops, you fake fashionista, you!
If you don't like it, get a very beautiful and solid and heavy Tandorio in any style you like for less than 1/4 of the price, and add a solid link bracelet for about USD 7. I did
i wanna like it but the colors are all over the place. the blue on the bezel doesnt the blue of the dial. the black/gunmetal coating doesnt tie in with anything. and the gold hands and emblem i feel they put in just to make it 'feel' more luxurious, but again it isnt coherent with anything else in overall design. easy pass for me but i get why people would enjoy it
Hi , I just got a vostok amphibia for my bday just wondering if you have reviewed one
Jody, are you gonna review the Sumo Solar GMT?
Everything looked great till I noticed the Gold hands. 🤷♂️
Senna 👌
Senna ❤
Kinda lazy on Orient's part not to make the case architecture a bit special by narrowing the lug width to 20mm and taper it down to 18mm on the clasp. It would have defined the "special edition" apart from the rest.
it's good
It’s a nice watch, but hello designteam at Orient, wake-up, hollow endlinks the pressed clasp wtf? OTF clasp at least 😂
A 22 mm bracelet would be fine with a good taper on it.