Is the Green Oris Aquis Date a Rolex Hulk Alternative?

[Generation]

I received this green Oris Aquis Date on July 11, 2018. So far, I love it, and I don't think I want a Rolex anymore. My wallet appreciates me for this.



Posted under Rolex General Discussion because I want to hear from Rolex people.

[Star Ferry]

I think it's a great hulk alternative -- a quality green dive watch doesn't need to cost $9000 plus a potential $2000 premium

[Chewbacca]

If you want a Swiss diver with a green face and bezel, sure. It’s an alternative. Like a white Audi is an alternative to a white VW.

But people who spend $10k on a watch typically want more than a watch.

They want the feeling they get from wearing it and the entry to a club.

[KeithP]

As above. It is and it isn’t.
Want a nice green diver? Yes, that Oris is one! Want a Rolex? Nope, that’s not a Rolex.

[hoppes-no9]

Yeah it's an alternative.

But it's not an equivalent.



edit to add: I'm not running down the Oris at all, it's a really nice watch. I just don't think many people in the market for a Hulk are gonna be content with the Oris, which is how I interpreted the question.

[faz]

Sure it is.

Beautiful watch. Congrats.


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[Chewbacca]

And congratulations.

[~JJ]

Yes, if your selection criteria only includes color green with a divers bezel.

[Mousehunter]

My brother has a beautiful green faced Tag. Got his automatic fix almost a decade before I caught the bug.

[Star Ferry]

Originally Posted by ~JJ

I guess yes, if your selection criteria only includes color green with a divers bezel.

In fairness to Oris, their divers -- while below the quality and finish of a Rolex -- bring more to the table than a dive bezel and a dial color. It's a decent manufacture.

[omitohud]

I prefer this one.



I blame it on autoconnect.

[T01]

No

[dubins930]

It's a great alternative! Oris makes great watches for the price point. My only issue is the lugs only work for Oris straps, but its not a huge downfall considering how nice Oris rubber is. It literally does every function the Hulk does, aside from the clasp adjustment. Great watch

[10klakes]

No, to me it is not.


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[Cryten]

After 3 days? You're in the honeymoon period still. If you wanted a hulk before, the want will return eventually.

The Aquis is a great watch though, enjoy it, but you'll be eying up the LV again soon enough.

[Generation]

Originally Posted by dubins930

It's a great alternative! Oris makes great watches for the price point. My only issue is the lugs only work for Oris straps, but its not a huge downfall considering how nice Oris rubber is. It literally does every function the Hulk does, aside from the clasp adjustment. Great watch

Hi, I believe there is actually a clasp adjustment, though not as good as the Submariner's.

Originally Posted by Cryten

After 3 days? You're in the honeymoon period still. If you wanted a hulk before, the want will return eventually.

The Aquis is a great watch though, enjoy it, but you'll be eying up the LV again soon enough.

Oh, I still like Rolexes. Explorer I's, GMT's, and Submariners are all very nice. Maybe someday...

[cdmorenot]

I love my green Sub.

I absolutely adore the watch... The finish, the quality, it's a Rolex.

Do I think the green Oris can live besides the Sub? Heck yeah ! I actually placed a call to an Oris AD but sadly they only had the rubber version. I'm waiting on the bracelet version!

It's a gorgeous watch with the quality and finish of a much more expensive watch. Oh and the ceramic bezel on the Oris pulls off green much better than my Rolex can under light.

(The blue is awesome too)



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[Harry-57]

That's a beautiful watch. My first wrist watch, circa 1965 was an Oris and I have a bit of a soft spot for the brand. Anything's an alternative to anything else. But replacement it is not. If you want a sub you'll still want one.

I've been down this road and still ended up with the 116610LV. I should have just gone straight there in the first place. Nothing against that Oris though. In fact, I think I might have a closer look. Does it wear comfortably?

[cdmorenot]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

That's a beautiful watch. My first wrist watch, circa 1965 was an Oris and I have a bit of a soft spot for the brand. Anything's an alternative to anything else. But replacement it is not. If you want a sub you'll still want one.

I've been down this road and still ended up with the 116610LV. I should have just gone straight there in the first place. Nothing against that Oris though. In fact, I think I might have a closer look. Does it wear comfortably?

It is really comfortable and wears much smaller than 43 because of the lugs.

I'm with you, it isn't a replacement but it's an amazing alternative. I had an Aquis with black dial which my dad now wears in place of his DJ.

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[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by ~JJ

Yes, if your selection criteria only includes color green with a divers bezel.

Truth.

[VicLeChic]

I'd buy that Oris if I was in the market for an affordable green diver, but I've already filled the gap to keep me waiting for a next gen Hulk ticking my boxes (42mm, tapered lugs, 3235, darker bezel and dial).

[Generation]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

That's a beautiful watch. My first wrist watch, circa 1965 was an Oris and I have a bit of a soft spot for the brand. Anything's an alternative to anything else. But replacement it is not. If you want a sub you'll still want one.

I've been down this road and still ended up with the 116610LV. I should have just gone straight there in the first place. Nothing against that Oris though. In fact, I think I might have a closer look. Does it wear comfortably?

Carlos is right. It does wear smaller than many 43.5 mm watches because of the lugs; they are short and angled downward. On my 7.0-inch wrist it feels good.

I honestly don't think I'm going to want a Sub after getting this Oris, though. Maybe way, way down the road, but this ended up ticking all my boxes and it saved me a bunch of money. I was concerned it would be too big, but I don't think that's the case. I'll let you be the judge by looking at the above photo.

Now, my budget isn't the same as everyone else's here and neither is it a necessity for me to own "the best." For a small subset of people looking into the "Hulk," however, I think this Oris fits the bill. Of course, it would also make a great watch to accompany a Sub for those times when you don't want to wear a 10k watch.

It's nice your first watch from ca. 1965 was an Oris! What kind was it? Their vintage watches are excellent!

[Txkill]

I love my Oris aquis. I think it’s a great watch that you seriously can’t beat the quality for the price. Sure I mainly wear it when I’m not comfortable wearing my other expensive watches, but still get great satisfaction wearing it.

[scarlet knight]

I like the Oris line. Yes, it’s not a Rolex or a Hulk, but it’s a nice watch. Enjoy it!

[c007]

I also think it's a good alternative and a beautiful one.

[FTX I]

Not a fan of green watches in general but this alternative is not even close for me.

[mominayal]

Agree alternative not equivalent


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[Justindo]

It's definitely a well made, nice looking watch. If you're wanting a green diver, I think it scratches the itch, especially if you already have one or more Rolexes. If, however, you want a Rolex, it's not going to satisfy that craving.

[Burlington]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

people who spend $10k on a watch typically want more than a watch.

Reasons will vary, but certainly true.

Congrats on the watch, if it’s just the green you were after, you can be happy and wear in good health!

[opawlows]

Any more pics in different natural light settings?