Please note that the editorial team and the Shop team produce their content independently of each other. The manufacture movement, which debuted in autumn 2020, offers a long power reserve of five days, significantly increased protection against magnetic fields and a long service interval of 10 years. The Oris Aquis Date Caliber retails for $3300 on rubber and $3500 on the shown steel bracelet and that includes a 10-year warranty.Įditor's note: Watch companies sometimes announce new products to the HODINKEE editorial team and the HODINKEE Shop at the same time. Apart from the slight gain of our test watch, the Oris Calibre 400 leaves nothing to be desired. It is Oris's first watch using their new Caliber 400 automatic movement which features a 5-day power reserve, anti-magnetic design, and automatic winding. The Oris Aquis Date Caliber 400 is a steel dive watch with a case that measures 43.5 x 49 x 13mm. Oris remains a small and independent manufacturer with an unwavering focus on watch enthusiasts (not to mention bear-based mascots), and within that context, the Aquis Date Caliber 400 is nothing short of a solid move(ment). So, while the Aquis might be the most predictable launch model, it certainly sets a strong value and enthusiast tone for the Caliber 400 moving forward.Īn Oris dive watch with a five-day, highly anti-magnetic movement that is also backed by a 10-year warranty is something I think we can all simply appreciate, and I'm excited to see where and how the company uses the 400 in future applications. Heck, the brand's previous in-house offering was the very impressive Big Crown ProPilot X Caliber 115, and it retailed for $7,600. Also, while the Aquis 400 is a considerable leap in price over third-party-powered Aquii (I still don't know what the plural of Aquis is), it's still a good chunk less expensive than a Black Bay 41 and more feature-packed than much of the competition from other brands like Grand Seiko (big dive watches), NOMOS, or even Baume & Mercier. In this case, I don't believe such a comparison to be apples-to-apples, especially when it comes to the initial price point and the movement specs (power reserve, anti-mag, warranty). The green is vivid and contemporary, while the blue is a beautiful option for a dive watch.As for other brands that have made comparable moves, there are many, but I'm sure that the knee-jerk reaction will be to cite Tudor and how it moved from ETA to manufacture movements and only barely increased its price point (by as little as $250). The strong case design is amplified by the dials (and colour-matched ceramic bezels) on offer. It is rated to 300M, and offered on either an integrated bracelet or rubber strap. There's more to the appeal of this Aquis than the internals, though, the classic Aquis case is a standout contemporary diver. Empfohlene Serviceintervalle von 10 Jahren und eine 10-jährige Garantie runden das Bild ab. Es ist mit fünf Tagen Gangreserve und hohem Magnetschutz ausgerüstet. Speaking of longer, the warranty period of the watch is even more impressive than the power reserve - 10 years. Calibre 400 ist ein komplett neues, von Oris intern entwickeltes Uhrwerk, das neue Standards für mechanische Automatikwerke setzt. Second, the caliber's anti-magnetic capabilities keep the watch accurate for longer. Aquis Date Calibre 400 - Aquis - Watches - 4154-07 8 22 09PEB - Oris. Being able to take off your watch, leave it, and pick it up days later is not to be underestimated. Discover the Oris collection and all novelties on the official Oris website. Five days (120 hours) without having to wind your watch is pretty outstanding, not to mention convenient. What makes the Caliber 400 so great? For starters, it boasts a robust five-day power reserve. Originally published by Jack Forster on HODINKEE, June 28th 2021 In October of last year, Oris announced a new in-house movement, the caliber 400. Add this impressive piece of kit into Oris' iconic Aquis diver, and you've got a winning combination. In-Depth: Built To Last- The Oris Caliber 400 With this mighty movement (which powers the Aquis Date), Oris has made simplicity a virtue. One of the most exciting developments from Oris in recent years is the brand's outstanding new Caliber 400 movement.