{"id":26106,"date":"2021-03-16T19:38:44","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T19:38:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/oris-divers-sixty-five-40mm-2016-double-macro\/"},"modified":"2024-05-29T06:38:26","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T04:38:26","slug":"oris-divers-sixty-five-40mm-watch-hands-on-photos-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.horbiter.com\/en\/oris-divers-sixty-five-40mm-watch-hands-on-photos-price\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2016 Oris Divers Sixty-Five 40mm watch hands-on"},"content":{"rendered":"

The article that you are going to read is somehow \u201cbizarre\u201d. For different reasons, we have never been able to take any pics of the first re-edition of the original Oris Divers Sixty-Five<\/strong> that was launched in 2015<\/strong>. However, Horbiter<\/strong>\u2019s photographer has taken so many nice pictures of some of the 2016<\/strong> versions of this timepiece that it would be a pity not to share them with you.<\/p>\n

\"ORISThe spreading of different versions of the Oris Divers Sixty-Five<\/strong> is the natural consequence of the incredible successful first version; a timepiece that featured a rubber-made strap and that was as an almost-perfect reproduction of the 1965<\/strong> model.<\/p>\n

In my opinion, it was a success that went beyond every commercial expectations and that, today, is still strictly linked to two families; a family that measures 42mm<\/strong>, another one that measures 40mm<\/strong>, and two different graphic looks too.<\/p>\n

If you are interested in the 42mm<\/strong>-versions, you can\u2019t miss our article about the Carl Brashear Limited Edition<\/strong> \u2013 one of Horbiter<\/strong>\u2019s most-read articles in 2016<\/strong> that you can find on here<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 and the article about the stainless-steel version of the same timepiece that you can find on here<\/strong><\/u><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"ORISThe 40mm<\/strong>\u2013version<\/strong>, the first one of the series, was presented this year and it features a dial that has never been seen before and a striped NATO<\/strong> strap that matches the dial, the strap is equipped with the typical folding clasp. Oris<\/strong> has opted for a colours combination that, apparently, might look impossible to accept; gray<\/strong>, matted yellow<\/strong>, and light blue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

They are all pastel-shades and it is a completely new combination, which was thought out so carefully that it is not only successful but seems\u00a0somehow a clear reference to a modern re-edition of a similar vintage version. One more thing; it is totally unheard of.<\/p>\n

\"ORISHowever, this is not the only novelty from this year, since Oris<\/strong> has also launched another dial version and other types of NATO strap<\/strong>. This is not even the most important novelty because that title goes to the release \u2013 across the board \u2013 of a stainless-steel bracelet<\/strong> with rivets<\/strong> located on the sides of the mesh.<\/p>\n

This manufacturing process is the same that was used in the past when the first diver\u2019s timepieces started migrating from divers\u2019 suits to stores\u2019 windows. I believe Oris<\/strong> is the only brand, together with Tudor<\/strong>, to have introduced this type of bracelet.<\/p>\n

\"ORISIn my opinion, a great deal of the Sixty-Five<\/strong>\u2019s success is due to its ability to capture the newly-re-born interest for the so-called vintage style, the brand has wisely started off a good basis and has put together all the best features that its competitors had previously developed as far as style, size and positioning are concerned.<\/p>\n

The Oris Divers Sixty-Five<\/strong>\u00a040mm<\/strong> is so believable that, somehow, it looks like a restored version of the original timepiece. The 40mm-case<\/strong> is thin, the lugs are elongated<\/strong> and whether you opt for a NATO strap<\/strong> or a stainless steel bracelet<\/strong> it makes no difference as the overall look has an undeniable balance.<\/p>\n

The crown is standing out and it features no protection shoulders, the width of the bracelet tends to thin up close to the folding clasp with the double button; modern comfort and style from the 70s.<\/p>\n

\"ORISA reasonable price and a very smart communication campaign aimed at focusing on the product rather than its surroundings have come full circle through the fulfillment of many fans\u2019 wishes. Equipping this timepiece with a stainless-steel bracelet has transformed it from a summertime timepiece to wear on mundane outings into a business casual watch.<\/p>\n

Had Oris<\/strong> gotten rid of the date, it would have, in my eyes, reached another milestone but, as the president of an important Swiss brand\u00a0told me with a smile on his face when I asked him the same question last week; \u201cIt is only fans like yourself, who don\u2019t want the date to appear on the dial, the majority of our customers actually think that this is a necessary piece of information that we should provide them with and they don\u2019t want us to get rid of it!<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n

\"ORISThe Oris Divers Sixty-Five 40mm<\/strong> is a jigsaw where every piece fits in perfectly. The style, the retail price \u2013 about 2,000 euro<\/strong> for the stainless-steel version and a bit less for the NATO strap<\/strong> version \u2013 and the size contribute to create Oris<\/strong>\u2018s Holy Grail<\/em>, a brand that has given up the name of manufacturer of just\u00a0reliable\u00a0and accessible watches to become a manufacturing company, who is able to craft high-quality calibers and wristwatches with a personal style and clearly identifiable.<\/p>\n