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Psmith · 14 February 2010, 03:36 PM

Assuming similar price, which would you choose?

47mm ORIS 'small seconds' diver (blue or orange)

or

42mm (44mm bezel width) FORTIS Marinemaster

Both are SS

Thanks

Apologies if I've swiped anyone's pics - please just let me know...

lorsban · 19 February 2010, 06:15 PM

Tough choices there. The Oris has a "tool" look to it while the Fortis has a military vibe. They're both sturdy watches so it's pretty much down to aesthetics and I really can't say what'll be good for another person in terms of aesthetics. But, if it were me, I'd get the Oris because I like the offset seconds and cleaner look of the dial.

However, the Fortis does have better visibility due to the large numbers/hands plus it has a Day display. The added utility has got to be a bonus.

Still, Oris makes great watches as well and their diver's models are real standouts in terms of style. So, if you like the style and don't mind the lack of illumination (compared to Fortis), then you can't go wrong here either.

Another factor could be resale. In my opinion, its probably easier to sell the Oris, should you choose to do so. This is always a plus since our tastes change all the time and having the option to sell your old stuff is a real benefit.

Just my two cents...

Psmith · 19 February 2010, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lorsban

Tough choices there. The Oris has a "tool" look to it while the Fortis has a military vibe. They're both sturdy watches so it's pretty much down to aesthetics and I really can't say what'll be good for another person in terms of aesthetics. But, if it were me, I'd get the Oris because I like the offset seconds and cleaner look of the dial.

However, the Fortis does have better visibility due to the large numbers/hands plus it has a Day display. The added utility has got to be a bonus.

Still, Oris makes great watches as well and their diver's models are real standouts in terms of style. So, if you like the style and don't mind the lack of illumination (compared to Fortis), then you can't go wrong here either.

Another factor could be resale. In my opinion, its probably easier to sell the Oris, should you choose to do so. This is always a plus since our tastes change all the time and having the option to sell your old stuff is a real benefit.

Just my two cents...

Thanks lorsban - I've had 3 x Fortis is the past I really like 'em, but I'm leaning more towards Oris this time... I was initially attracted to the blue (if only because it uses C3 lume), but now the black/orange is starting to call... reminds me of the Carlos Coste SE they did a few years ago...

Cheers

swatty · 19 February 2010, 07:43 PM

The Oris Orange looks good on the pics

limbo · 19 February 2010, 07:58 PM

Agree with Peter. The orange Oris looks good.

mikea · 20 February 2010, 01:17 AM

orange small seconds gets my vote

cronin · 20 February 2010, 04:31 AM

I have generally found Fortis to make better watches than Oris. I still wish I had my Fortis back but I got rid of it a couple years ago.

wgs · 20 February 2010, 06:10 AM

I like the cleaner look of either Oris better than the look of the Fortis.

Good luck with your decision!

ParisDakarBmw · 20 February 2010, 06:16 AM

I've had most of those mentioned, and would go with the B-42 Marinemaster all the way. The Oris has an overweight look to it with that case, and think it needs to go on a diet. The Fortis has every feature correct except for the crown. The corners of the crown edges can be annoying to the back of your wrist. I wear it loose so I had an issue with that. The B-42 Marinemaster Chrono would be the best looking, but you can pick up a black one for $750-$850 lightly used, and a full lume dial for a pinch more. Your on the right path.

johnswatch · 20 February 2010, 09:53 AM

I'd go for the Oris orange small seconds. I wear an Oris 49mm Meistertaucher which looks very similar. It's a very high quality watch.

Psmith · 20 February 2010, 02:40 PM

Thanks for the comments guys ...this is going to be a toughie

Cheers

asadtiger · 22 February 2010, 12:57 AM

I voted Orange Oris but I wudn't mind a blue one either :)...the Oris looks like the price you pay for it...fortis is too toolish and military (which I generally like) so in comparison to Oris its just too serious looking a watch...Oris looks more fun, especially the prange/black combo is outstanding

stockae92 · 23 February 2010, 10:35 AM

i like the Foris Marinemaster, but i think the date/day fonts are a little "thin"

you can also consider tag heuer aquaracer 500m, or the Oris Diver C with ceramic bezel

mtheam · 23 February 2010, 07:47 PM

Recently, I've noticed some issues with certain oris watches (specifically chronograph and selita movement based models)... I dont' know if it's the fault of customers or just a bad batch of watches, but I would be wary of some oris watches.

That said, their non-complication and eta/valjoux based watches seem to hold up really well.

mtheam · 23 February 2010, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ParisDakarBmw

I've had most of those mentioned, and would go with the B-42 Marinemaster all the way. The Oris has an overweight look to it with that case, and think it needs to go on a diet. The Fortis has every feature correct except for the crown. The corners of the crown edges can be annoying to the back of your wrist. I wear it loose so I had an issue with that. The B-42 Marinemaster Chrono would be the best looking, but you can pick up a black one for $750-$850 lightly used, and a full lume dial for a pinch more. Your on the right path.

Where might I find these wicked cheap fortis watches? would they have spacematics?

directioneng · 23 February 2010, 07:50 PM

I chose the orange puppy - very nice.

Atomant · 24 February 2010, 01:51 AM

I believe Oris watches are better made than Fortis IMHO in terms of craftsmanship. Fortis watches are thick and sits too high on my wrist.

stusrt · 24 February 2010, 05:15 AM

I have one that I really like.
Nothing special, just looks really cool.

Perdu · 24 February 2010, 08:51 AM

Those triangles either side of the date on the Fortis spoil it for me. There's just too much going on on the dial.

blackmsport · 24 February 2010, 09:10 AM

Fortis for me .... simple reason... I have too many Oris watches already

View Poll Results: ORIS or FORTIS ...or neither!
ORIS blue	7	15.56%
ORIS orange	19	42.22%
FORTIS Marinemaster	15	33.33%
None of the above!	4	8.89%
Voters: 45. You may not vote on this poll

19 February 2010, 06:15 PM	#2
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,003	Tough choices there. The Oris has a "tool" look to it while the Fortis has a military vibe. They're both sturdy watches so it's pretty much down to aesthetics and I really can't say what'll be good for another person in terms of aesthetics. But, if it were me, I'd get the Oris because I like the offset seconds and cleaner look of the dial. However, the Fortis does have better visibility due to the large numbers/hands plus it has a Day display. The added utility has got to be a bonus. Still, Oris makes great watches as well and their diver's models are real standouts in terms of style. So, if you like the style and don't mind the lack of illumination (compared to Fortis), then you can't go wrong here either. Another factor could be resale. In my opinion, its probably easier to sell the Oris, should you choose to do so. This is always a plus since our tastes change all the time and having the option to sell your old stuff is a real benefit. Just my two cents... __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Yacht-Master 16622 Ball EM II TMT Diver's Limited Edition, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date

19 February 2010, 07:43 PM	#4
swatty 2013 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 11,886	The Oris Orange looks good on the pics __________________ 1601,11613,14060,11610,5513, 116610,7928,79280P,70330

20 February 2010, 01:17 AM	#6
mikea "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: mike Location: Dallas, Tx Watch: smp and railmaster Posts: 311	orange small seconds gets my vote __________________ Rolex Datejust, Omega SMP 2254.50, Longines Hydroconquest, Oris Artelier pointer day, Oris tt1 small seconds, Ball EM Aviator GMT, Ball red label chronometer, Hamilton pan-europ 1194/1971, Hamilton jazzmaster maestro

20 February 2010, 09:53 AM	#10
johnswatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: in a dream world Posts: 435	I'd go for the Oris orange small seconds. I wear an Oris 49mm Meistertaucher which looks very similar. It's a very high quality watch. __________________ Datejust II,16013 DJ, PAM 112, Patek ref 96J Patek 5296R, Helson Bronze, Elgin Trench, Gruen Curvex, Omega F300 and a few others......

19 February 2010, 07:58 PM	#5
limbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney Posts: 4,623	Agree with Peter. The orange Oris looks good.

20 February 2010, 04:31 AM	#7
cronin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Drew Location: . Posts: 296	I have generally found Fortis to make better watches than Oris. I still wish I had my Fortis back but I got rid of it a couple years ago.

20 February 2010, 06:10 AM	#8
wgs 2012 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer Posts: 391	I like the cleaner look of either Oris better than the look of the Fortis. Good luck with your decision!

20 February 2010, 06:16 AM	#9
ParisDakarBmw "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: Athens, GA Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,582	I've had most of those mentioned, and would go with the B-42 Marinemaster all the way. The Oris has an overweight look to it with that case, and think it needs to go on a diet. The Fortis has every feature correct except for the crown. The corners of the crown edges can be annoying to the back of your wrist. I wear it loose so I had an issue with that. The B-42 Marinemaster Chrono would be the best looking, but you can pick up a black one for $750-$850 lightly used, and a full lume dial for a pinch more. Your on the right path.

20 February 2010, 02:40 PM	#11
Psmith 2013 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Melbourne Watch: the usual suspects Posts: 11,515	Thanks for the comments guys ...this is going to be a toughie Cheers __________________

22 February 2010, 12:57 AM	#12
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: Lahore,Pakistan Watch: PR 50, Quickster. Posts: 2,057	I voted Orange Oris but I wudn't mind a blue one either :)...the Oris looks like the price you pay for it...fortis is too toolish and military (which I generally like) so in comparison to Oris its just too serious looking a watch...Oris looks more fun, especially the prange/black combo is outstanding

23 February 2010, 10:35 AM	#13
stockae92 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 1,650	i like the Foris Marinemaster, but i think the date/day fonts are a little "thin" you can also consider tag heuer aquaracer 500m, or the Oris Diver C with ceramic bezel

23 February 2010, 07:47 PM	#14
mtheam "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Montreal, QC Watch: Chronomatic Posts: 8	Recently, I've noticed some issues with certain oris watches (specifically chronograph and selita movement based models)... I dont' know if it's the fault of customers or just a bad batch of watches, but I would be wary of some oris watches. That said, their non-complication and eta/valjoux based watches seem to hold up really well.

23 February 2010, 07:50 PM	#16
directioneng 2013 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Australia Posts: 17,438	I chose the orange puppy - very nice. __________________

24 February 2010, 01:51 AM	#17
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,394	I believe Oris watches are better made than Fortis IMHO in terms of craftsmanship. Fortis watches are thick and sits too high on my wrist. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

24 February 2010, 08:51 AM	#19
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,343	Those triangles either side of the date on the Fortis spoil it for me. There's just too much going on on the dial. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

24 February 2010, 09:10 AM	#20
blackmsport Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: Melb - Australia Posts: 2,960	Fortis for me .... simple reason... I have too many Oris watches already

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