Common questions

When did Oris Aquis regulateur der meistertaucher come out?

When did Oris Aquis regulateur der meistertaucher come out?

Residing in their “Aquis” line, one of 3 lines of divers Oris produces, this all titanium regulateur was released at BaselWorld 2013. Oris has a few “Der Meistertauchers”, a name they give the regulateurs, in their dive lines, and it’s a particularly unique approach to a dive watch.

Which is an example of an Oris Aquis watch?

A great example of an Oris that is off the beaten path for a mainstream watch, yet full of unique value, is the one we’ll review today, the Oris Aquis Regulateur “Der Meistertaucher” (master diver). Residing in their “Aquis” line, one of 3 lines of divers Oris produces, this all titanium regulateur was released at BaselWorld 2013.

What do you need to know about Aquis regulateur?

The Dial of the Aquis Regulateur “Der Meistertaucher” is a pleasant mix of bold graphic markings for at-a-glance readability, and smaller dashes and numerals for an overall technical feel. The regulateur functionality is strongly emphasized by really pushing the boldness of the minute hand, and down playing the hours and seconds.

What kind of power reserve does Oris have?

It has already been a very interesting year for Oris. In their 110th year as an active watch brand they released an in-house caliber with an incredible 10-day power reserve coupled with a non-linear power reserve, a first in the industry, which you can read about here.

What makes the Oris Aquis dive watch different?

Oris has a few “Der Meistertauchers”, a name they give the regulateurs, in their dive lines, and it’s a particularly unique approach to a dive watch. What makes the Aquis different is that it comes in at a modest-by-comparison 43mm, others measuring a whopping 49 and 46mm.

How big is the case for an Oris bracelet?

Measuring 43 x 50 x 13.5mm, the case is large but manageable thanks to a modest lug-to-lug length. The short lugs are more than compensated for by being 7.5mm wide, creating very broad shoulders. The downside to this is that the lug width is 12mm, making it a proprietary fitting for Oris straps/bracelets.

What kind of Watch is the Oris Cal 110?

The Cal. 110 is cornerstone in their rebuilding of that brand. But, for most of us, Oris is a brand about accessibly priced Swiss-made mechanical watches. They are far from the least expensive watches out there, but more authentic and unique than many other retail brands they compete with.

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Ruth Doyle