There are a variety of great features on the aquis depth gauge. This sentence might sound crazy or misleading, but the truth is that the brand has simplified something that others have over. Testing the oris aquis depth gauge underwater testing video. Testing the oris aquis depth gauge underwater testing. 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 dive watch gauges depth by letting water in. 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. 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. Jul 07, 2017 we go to the shore to check out the fantastic oris depth gauge dive watch. This swiss watch uses what it calls boyle mariotte law which refers to the relationship between the pressure and volume of gas. 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. 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.
Oris aquis depth gauge black dial stainless steel mens watch. Oris, long known for its professionalgrade divers watches, achieved a watchworld milestone with its oris aquis depth gauge, introduced in 20. 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. 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. Oris aquis depth gauge handson professional watches. Its a goodlooking and a functional diver, and the thing is we dive in countries that are very poor, he tells me. 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. Oris put a small hole in the aquiss sapphire glass at 12. Watchtimes free download brings you a test of a popular oris watch and. But changing out for the oem rubber with those triwinged screws is a needless pain in the neck.
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. 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. The aquis collection of divers watches offers realworld functionality in an innovative package, through a combination of considered design, highperformance materials and fitforpurpose functions. The depth gauge indicates to a depth of 100 meters, but thats much deeper then i will ever submerge in a dive suit. Oris aquis depth gauge chrono set with both ss and rubber. The watch used in tis video was provided by jb hudson jewelers of minneapolis, minnesota. But last year, oris debuted the aquis depth gauge, which ratchets up the usefulness of the watch for actual diving, thanks to.
Oris aquis vs oris divers page 1 watches pistonheads. This patented timepiece is the first of its kind to measure depth using a unique. Prices for oris aquis depth gauge watches chrono24. Oris aquis depth gauge chronograph 48mm mens watch, model 01 774 7708 4154set rs price. Now, for 2015, its available in a black dlc plated stainless steel case, with a bright yellow rubber strap. Th oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to remind of a time when things were simpler.
As you dive, water enters the cavity which then puts pressure on the air the white polymer which shrinks and indicates the current depth. Aquis depth gauge it is the first divers watch which. 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. Swiss luxury watch manufacturer oris has a solid reputation among divers. The oris aquis depth gauge was first introduced in 20 in a stainless steel case. As its name directly states, this new oris aquis depth gauge ref. Oris patented the oris aquis depth gauge, its first mechanical depth gauge, in 20. A small air bubble inside the channel shows the current depth with the help of a scale.
We go to the shore to check out the fantastic oris depth gauge dive watch. The caseback is in stainless steel and features a meters to feet conversion table. A domed sapphire crystal with double antireflective coating protects the dial. 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. 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. 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 is the full set with ss band and the huge oris diving clasp on rubber. Oris is wellknown as a producer of wellmade, extremely durable, and rugged looking mechanical swiss dive watches. It allows water into a channel via a small hole at 12 oclock. View and download oris aquis product manual online. We take a look at the watch and let you know what we like about the watch. 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. The last couple of years have seen a very distinct trend with the majority of swiss watchmakers the rise of the reedition.
This patented timepiece is the first of its kind to measure depth. Compared to other depth gauge mechanical dive watches, the oris aquis holds its own but has one fatal, and unforgivable, flaw. Last year one of the most talked about dive watches was oris surprise hit, the aquis depth gauge. 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. For the first time, a wristwatch had a builtin depth gauge, thanks to an inlet in the crystal at 12 oclock. Oris has always been a favorite of real dive watch fans, thanks to the classic diver looks, solid build quality, and affordable prices. Not a single battery powered watch leaves our workshops. 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. The the rubber strapclasp is unique with the adjustable release mechanisms. 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. Oris mens 73376754154 aquis analog display swiss automatic.
If you want a higherend dive watch with depth gauge, take a look at the oris aquis depth gauge. The oris aquis depth gauge is the first watch in the world that allows water in for measuring depth underwater. Oris aquis depth gauge automatic 01 733 7675 4754 store. How far the water penetrates in the tube, depends on the pressure and thus on the. Oris aquis depth guage black dial yellow rubber mens. Oris aquis depth gauge chronograph 48mm 01 774 7708 4154set rs. Oris aquis vs diver 65 the aquis has one of the best bracelets in the business. The oris aquis depth gauge features a brilliantly simple glass tube with one opening that allows water to enter. Oris has been manufacturing watches in the village of holstein in the jura mountains since 1904, without. Oris unveils the aquis depth gauge monochrome watches. Automatic oris movement 733 with date window at 6 oclock. When descending with the oris aquis depth gauge, water enters into the milled channel through the inlet at 12 oclock of the sapphire crystal. This oris aquis depth gauge isnt trying to be a vintage.
In the last years we saw quite a lot of divers watches. But last year, oris debuted the aquis depth gauge, which ratchets up the usefulness of the watch for actual diving, thanks to an integrated mechanical depth gauge. Simplicity makes perfection the approach to the depth gauge on the aquis is as simple as it is ingenious. Oris aquis depth guage black dial yellow rubber mens watch. Its a goodlooking and a functional diver, and the thing is. The first thing i really notice about this watch is its unidirectional ceramic bezel.
Buy oris mens 73376754154 aquis analog display swiss automatic silver watch and other wrist watches at. Oris has managed to craft the very first watch that actually lets the water enters it. This must have been the driving force when oris invented the new aquis depth gauge. 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. The rebirth of the brand and a test of the oris aquis. 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 black dial stainless steel mens. 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. 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. T here are few activities that excite me as much as diving. Oris aquis depth gauge chrono set with both ss and rubber straps. The aquis depth gauge is powered by an oris caliber 733 based on sellita sw2001. Water enters the hole under pressure, creating a watermark that corresponds to a 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.
Renowned for producing specialist diving watches, oris is proud to introduce the oris aquis depth gauge. May 01, 2015 oris, long known for its professionalgrade divers watches, achieved a watchworld milestone with its oris aquis depth gauge, introduced in 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. 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. The ceramic has a beautiful black brushed finish that glistens in the sun. Our wide selection is eligible for free shipping and free returns. 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. Like a true dive watch it features a unidirectional dive bezel with black ceramic inlay. 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. 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. Strap change tools with extra screw in bars are in the s. Apart from that, everything else has stayed the same.
Oris aquis depth gauge all prices for oris aquis depth. Functionally, the depth gauge is the marquee feature. As its name directly states, this new oris aquis depth. 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 oris aquis depth gauge is not just a mediocre diver with a depth gauge added on. Apr 19, 2015 the oris aquis depth gauge was first introduced in 20 in a stainless steel case. 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. 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.
In 2014, oris celebrated 110 years of watchmaking with its first inhousedeveloped calibre for 35 years. Here at oris we are very proud in our mix of design and functionality. The oris aquis depth gauge comes in 46 mm stainless steel case with a ceramic dive bezel. The watch has a tubule inserted around the dial that has a tiny opening at 12 oclock. Oris have given the latest version of their technically impressive aquis depth gauge the bumblebee treatment.
How far the water penetrates in the tube, depends on the pressure and thus on the depth. 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. I believe the deepest dive on air was 100 metres set. The approach to the depth gauge on the aquis is as simple as it is ingenious. Water flows into a small channel carved in the glass and compresses the air.
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