Oris aquis depth gauge chrono set with both ss and rubber. Last year one of the most talked about dive watches was oris surprise hit, the aquis depth gauge. This swiss watch uses what it calls boyle mariotte law which refers to the relationship between the pressure and volume of gas. Here at oris we are very proud in our mix of design and functionality. Oris aquis depth gauge since the introduction of quartz movements, programmable computers and microsensor technology, the mechanical dive watch has become to diving what the horseshoe is to motoring. The watch is only waterresistant to its specified depth if the pusher deviations will be mentioned for equipped with seals to prevent developed by oris is simpler to the relevant type of movement. While a few diving watches do combine the two instruments into one superdive watch, the oris aquis blends the classic dive watch and the depth gauge in a completely unique wayby actually. Automatic oris movement 733 with date window at 6 oclock. Oct 19, 2015 watchtimes free download brings you a test of a popular oris watch and the history of the oris watch company take this unique opportunity to learn how the oris aquis depth gauge performed on the wrist of a real diver, but thats not all. The depth gauge indicates to a depth of 100 meters, but thats much deeper then i will ever submerge in a dive suit.
There are a variety of great features on the aquis depth gauge. It is the aquis depth gauge from oris, which according to the swiss watch brand, is the first dive watch that measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece. For the first time, a wristwatch had a builtin depth gauge, thanks to an inlet in the crystal at 12 oclock. Oris is wellknown as a producer of wellmade, extremely durable, and rugged looking mechanical swiss dive watches. Oris has always been a favorite of real dive watch fans, thanks to the classic diver looks, solid build quality, and affordable prices. Watchtimes free download brings you a test of a popular oris watch and the history of the oris watch company take this unique opportunity to learn how the oris aquis depth gauge performed on the wrist of a real diver, but thats not all. Apart from that, everything else has stayed the same. Oris aquis depth gauge all prices for oris aquis depth. As its name directly states, this new oris aquis depth gauge ref.
Watchtimes free download brings you a test of a popular oris watch and. Oris has been manufacturing watches in the village of holstein in the jura mountains since 1904, without. The first thing i really notice about this watch is its unidirectional ceramic bezel. This is the full set with ss band and the huge oris diving clasp on rubber. Oris relationship with the divers watches started with the meistertaucher, then we created the pro diver collection, the aquis collection and at baselworld 20 we released our most impressive diver watch to date the aquis depth gauge. Oris aquis depth guage black dial yellow rubber mens watch.
Oris aquis depth gauge black dial stainless steel mens watch. The aquis depth gauge is powered by an oris caliber 733 based on sellita sw2001. Oris aquis depth guage black dial yellow rubber mens. Not a single battery powered watch leaves our workshops. The oris aquis depth gauge comes in 46 mm stainless steel case with a ceramic dive bezel. Testing the oris aquis depth gauge underwater testing. Oris aquis depth gauge chrono set with both ss and rubber straps. How far the water penetrates in the tube, depends on the pressure and thus on the depth. Its a goodlooking and a functional diver, and the thing is we dive in countries that are very poor, he tells me.
Oris aquis depth gauge black dial stainless steel mens. Like a true dive watch it features a unidirectional dive bezel with black ceramic inlay. I believe the deepest dive on air was 100 metres set. The oris aquis depth gauge features a brilliantly simple glass tube with one opening that allows water to enter. The watch used in tis video was provided by jb hudson jewelers of minneapolis, minnesota. If the only thing holding you back from grabbing this imposing chunk of dive watch was the lack of a black option well, youve got no excuse now.
I dont think oris realized what a hit it would be, and even we were surprised by how many people professed their desire for this watch. In the last years we saw quite a lot of divers watches. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. Jul 07, 2017 we go to the shore to check out the fantastic oris depth gauge dive watch.
Oris aquis vs oris divers page 1 watches pistonheads. Oris mens 73376754154 aquis analog display swiss automatic. I believe the deepest dive on air was 100 metres set by jacques cousteau when trying to find the limits of the. Oris aquis depth gauge we love dive watches, and are currently drooling over this gorgeous timepiece by oris, a brand renowned for producing specialist diving watches. Th oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to remind of a time when things were simpler. Oris aquis depth gauge chronograph 48mm mens watch, model 01 774 7708 4154set rs price. This sentence might sound crazy or misleading, but the truth is that the brand has simplified something that others have over. This patented timepiece is the first of its kind to measure depth using a unique. The aquis collection of diver s watches offers realworld functionality in an innovative package, through a combination of considered design, highperformance materials and fitforpurpose functions. This oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to be a vintage dive watch. Oris unveils the aquis depth gauge monochrome watches. The oris aquis depth gauge is the first watch in the world that allows water in for measuring depth underwater.
At the forefront of mechanical watch innovation, oris has harnessed its knowledge, expertise and craftsmanship to produce the first divers watch which measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece. Buy oris mens 73376754154 aquis analog display swiss automatic silver watch and other wrist watches at. It is the first divers watch that measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece a feature that would normally be a serious divers watch nono. A small air bubble inside the channel shows the current depth with the help of a scale. Oris aquis dive watch gauges depth by letting water in. Swiss luxury watch manufacturer oris has a solid reputation among divers. The approach to the depth gauge on the aquis is as simple as it is ingenious. So when oris proposed to send me their aquis depth gauge chronograph reference 01 774 7708 4154set rs watch to accompany me on my annual diving trip this year, in key largo, florida i could not wait to get in the water. A classic dive watch, with rotating bezel and a choice of strap or bracelet, the defining feature of the watch is a first for oris. The ceramic has a beautiful black brushed finish that glistens in the sun. View and download oris aquis product manual online. Oris has managed to craft the very first watch that actually lets the water enters it.
In 2009, oris introduced the rotation safety system, a device that locks the unidirectional rotating bezel of a diving watch into place, preventing accidental adjustment under water. We take a look at the watch and let you know what we like about the watch. Its a goodlooking and a functional diver, and the thing is. Oris patented the oris aquis depth gauge, its first mechanical depth gauge, in 20. T here are few activities that excite me as much as diving. Jun 28, 20 it is the aquis depth gauge from oris, which according to the swiss watch brand, is the first dive watch that measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece. Strap change tools with extra screw in bars are in the s. The caseback is in stainless steel and features a meters to feet conversion table. As its name directly states, this new oris aquis depth. Apr 19, 2015 the oris aquis depth gauge was first introduced in 20 in a stainless steel case.
As you dive, water enters the cavity which then puts pressure on the air the white polymer which shrinks and indicates the current depth. If you want a higherend dive watch with depth gauge, take a look at the oris aquis depth gauge. The oris aquis depth gauge was first introduced in 20 in a stainless steel case. The symbol of oris mechanicals is the red rotor it is a sign of the natural power that fuels our watches, and a registered trademark.
We go to the shore to check out the fantastic oris depth gauge dive watch. Mar 12, 20 despite the milled channel the oris aquis depth gauge is water resistant to 50 bar500m, thus providing the highest protection to the mechanical movement with automatic winding. Now, for 2015, its available in a black dlc plated stainless steel case, with a bright yellow rubber strap. But last year, oris debuted the aquis depth gauge, which ratchets up the usefulness of the watch for actual diving, thanks to. Functionally, the depth gauge is the marquee feature. How far the water penetrates in the tube, depends on the pressure and thus on the. Oris, long known for its professionalgrade divers watches, achieved a watchworld milestone with its oris aquis depth gauge, introduced in 20. Testing the oris aquis depth gauge underwater testing video. Despite the milled channel the oris aquis depth gauge is water resistant to 50 bar500m, thus providing the highest protection to the mechanical movement with automatic winding. The oris aquis depth gauge is not just a mediocre diver with a depth gauge added on. Water enters the hole under pressure, creating a watermark that corresponds to a depth gauge. The aquis collection of divers watches offers realworld functionality in an innovative package, through a combination of considered design, highperformance materials and fitforpurpose functions. It allows water into a channel via a small hole at 12 oclock. This oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to be a vintage dive watch editors note.
When descending with the oris aquis depth gauge, water enters into the milled channel through the inlet at 12 oclock of the sapphire crystal. Renowned for producing specialist diving watches, oris is proud to introduce the oris aquis depth gauge. The rebirth of the brand and a test of the oris aquis. Oris put a small hole in the aquiss sapphire glass at 12. But changing out for the oem rubber with those triwinged screws is a needless pain in the neck. This was first done on the oris aquis depth gauge watch, and the brand later added to the collection this oris aquis depth gauge chronograph. In 2014, oris celebrated 110 years of watchmaking with its first inhousedeveloped calibre for 35 years. Compared to other depth gauge mechanical dive watches, the oris aquis holds its own but has one fatal, and unforgivable, flaw. The aquis depth gauge is the first divers watch which measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece through a specially milled channel in the crystal, as you descend. Strap change tools with extra screw in bars are in the set. Simplicity makes perfection the approach to the depth gauge on the aquis is as simple as it is ingenious. Prices for oris aquis depth gauge watches chrono24. Oris aquis vs diver 65 the aquis has one of the best bracelets in the business. The last couple of years have seen a very distinct trend with the majority of swiss watchmakers the rise of the reedition.
Oris aquis depth gauge with black dlc two years ago, when oris has launched the aquis depth gauge, it was considered as one of the most innovative diving watches on the market. Its the coldest time of winter and the northern hemisphere is covered in a thick blanket of snow, but diving season never ends around the globe, so the swiss watchmaker doesnt lose anything by introducing this masterpiece now when summer is all the rage down under. Oris aquis depth gauge chronograph 48mm 01 774 7708 4154set rs. This functional divers watch follows in the footsteps of the acclaimed aquis depth gauge, which was widely regarded as one of the most innovative diving. This must have been the driving force when oris invented the new aquis depth gauge. Back in february of this year we already showed you, what is probably the most simple yet smart mechanical depth gauge in a dive watch. Aquis depth gauge it is the first divers watch which. The french diver has been friendly with oris since picking out the aquis depth gauge as the only watch he would actually dive with, during a photoshoot with gq involving several dive watches. Oris aquis depth gauge handson professional watches.
The the rubber strapclasp is unique with the adjustable release mechanisms. Aug 06, 2014 while a few diving watches do combine the two instruments into one superdive watch, the oris aquis blends the classic dive watch and the depth gauge in a completely unique wayby actually. Oris have given the latest version of their technically impressive aquis depth gauge the bumblebee treatment. At the forefront of mechanical watch innovation, oris has harnessed its knowledge, expertise, and craftsmanship to produce the first dive watch which measures depth by allowing water to enter the timepiece, utilizing a unique gauge built into the sapphire crystal. This oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to be a vintage.
This patented timepiece is the first of its kind to measure depth. For a depth gauge to be a truly useful backup instrument, it needs to display not only the divers current depth at any given moment, but also record his deepest reached depth. Water flows into a small channel carved in the glass and compresses the air. Jul 24, 20 oris relationship with the divers watches started with the meistertaucher, then we created the pro diver collection, the aquis collection and at baselworld 20 we released our most impressive diver watch to date the aquis depth gauge. Oris aquis depth gauge automatic 01 733 7675 4754 store. The watch has a tubule inserted around the dial that has a tiny opening at 12 oclock. A domed sapphire crystal with double antireflective coating protects the dial. May 01, 2015 oris, long known for its professionalgrade divers watches, achieved a watchworld milestone with its oris aquis depth gauge, introduced in 20.
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