Aquis

References in this family

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  Oris Aquis Date 41.5mm · 01 733 7766 4135-07 8 22 05PEB

  luxurymodernOris Cal. 733 -- Sellita SW200-1 base, Oris-finished, 28,800bph, 38h PR, 26j; used in Divers 65 and Aquis Date; Oris rotor and decoration41.5mm2017–presenteditorial
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  Oris Aquis Date 36.5mm · 01 733 7770 4135-07 8 18 05P

  luxurymodernOris Cal. 733 -- Sellita SW200-1 base, Oris-finished, 28,800bph, 38h PR, 26j; used in Divers 65 and Aquis Date; Oris rotor and decoration36.5mm2018–presenteditorial
  Open
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  Oris Aquis Date Relief 43.5mm · 01.733.7730.4178

  luxurymodernOris Cal. 733 -- Sellita SW200-1 base, Oris-finished, 28,800bph, 38h PR, 26j; used in Aquis Date Relief 43.5; reliable sport automatic for Oris diver lineup43.5mm2020–presenteditorial
  Open

Which ref to buy

The Oris Aquis is the value benchmark for Swiss mechanical dive watches. At its price point it has no credible competition -- the case finishing, bracelet quality, and Sellita SW200 reliability deliver at a level that most similarly-priced pieces cannot match. Oris remains independent and manufactures in Holderbank, Switzerland.

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   Oris Aquis Date 41.5mm · 01 733 7766 4135-07 8 22 05PEBBuy

   Aquis Date 41.5mm -- the reference-standard value Swiss diver.

   The case for it:

   Sellita SW200-1 (ETA 2824 spec), 41.5mm, 300m water resistance, unidirectional ceramic bezel, date at 6 o'clock. The Aquis Date 41.5mm is the answer when someone asks for the best Swiss mechanical dive watch under $2,000. The ceramic bezel, solid bracelet, and reliable automatic movement are all correctly done. No compromises that matter. Strong secondary market for a watch at this price.

   Consider instead if:

   The Sellita SW200 base movement is correct but not special -- no anti-magnetic, no extended power reserve, no silicon components. The Aquis is excellent value, not a technical standout.

   Open
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   Oris Aquis Date 36.5mm · 01 733 7770 4135-07 8 18 05PBuy

   Aquis Date 36.5mm -- the smaller format, correct for wrists under 16cm.

   The case for it:

   Same architecture as the 41.5mm in a 36.5mm case. All the Aquis virtues in a size that works for smaller wrists. The 36.5mm is genuinely versatile -- wears as a casual daily and handles sport use without complaint.

   Consider instead if:

   The 41.5mm is the more widely discussed configuration with a deeper secondary market. If size is not a constraint, the 41.5mm is the safer hold.

   Open
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   Oris Aquis Date Relief 43.5mm · 01.733.7730.4178Consider

   Aquis Date Relief 43.5mm -- the larger, textured-dial variant with more visual presence.

   The case for it:

   The Relief uses a textured dial pattern that creates depth under light. 43.5mm case, same reliable movement. The correct Aquis for buyers who want maximum visual impact.

   Consider instead if:

   The 43.5mm wears very large. The textured dial is a style preference. Unless both suit you, the 41.5mm is the more versatile choice.

   Open

Rankings last reviewed 2026-06-06. Editorial perspective only. Not financial advice.