![]() This puts the Oris Aquis Date 400 in a unique position among the other three brands in the quaternity – perhaps with the exception of Grand Seiko, who have been improving their movements as of late, but at nearly double the price of the Aquis we have in hand here. With the Oris Calibre 400, hwoever, we can point to many significant upgrades. I know I’ve felt pride when strapping on my Rolex, my Grand Seiko, or even my Cartiers with their dinky quartz movements which, were they not proprietary in-house units, would probably bum me out. What watch enthusiasts do get from in-house movements is something like pride. Why watch enthusiasts love in-house movements is often hard to understand, because one often pays a premium without gaining any meaningful mechanical upgrades. ![]() With the Oris Aquis Calibre 400, I think we will have to make the Trinity a Quaternity. Each of those brands offers watches with in-house movements at unexpectedly reasonable price-points. Not long ago I stole my friend Gary Shteyngart’s notion that the original Horological Trinity of Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, and Audemars Piguet could be updated and made accessible if, instead, the trinity were made up of Grand Seiko, Nomos, and Tudor. Oris will not eliminate those third-party movements, as that would prevent Oris from meeting their existing price points, but I think it’s reasonable to expect that they company will continue to release many pre-existing models with the in-house Calibre 400 movements installed. Indeed, the Calibre 400 is sized to sit in for the third-party movements that power many models. This is confirmed by the fact that Oris put the Calibre 400 into their best selling watch, the Aquis, and not into a more esoteric and expensive watch like the Pro Pilot X which houses Oris’ previous in-house release. In fact, the Calibre 400 isn’t Oris’ first in-house movement in recent history, but it is the first one that appears destined to serve in a variety of Oris’ watch models. Typical of Oris, their approach to making an in-house movement was to offer better value and quality to their customers, not to up their brand’s profile as une manufacture. Designed from the ground up over five years, the Calibre 400 has a number of thoughtful features that add up to a 10-year service interval and warranty, robust a-magnetism and accuracy, and a 5-day power reserve. Oris’ CEO VJ Geronimo recently came on a recent episode of the podcast to talk about a new in-house movement, the Calibre 400. $3300 US on rubber strap, $3600 US on steel bracelet.In-house Calibre 400 automatic mechanical with date.Built to last and provide a lifetime of enjoyment, this Oris Aquis watch is covered by a ten year manufacturer’s warranty. Oris have been manufacturing fine watches since 1904 and are one of a small handful of Swiss watch brands that makes only mechanical watches. Finally, the blue rubber strap has a folding clasp with diving extension facility for wearing over the top of a heavy diving suit. Similarly, the see-through sapphire crystal caseback also screws-in and grants a clear view into the performance of the Calibre 400. Also, it has an easy grip screw-down security crown. The Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400 Blue Dial Watch has an incredible 120 hour power reserve which is very useful for anyone who doesn’t wear their watch every day. Finally, a domed anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the dial. Additionally, a white minute track ensures the dial is easy to read. Along with the hands, these are coated in superluminova for legibility in poor light. Secondly, the blue sunray dial has bold, white hour markers. Firstly, the multi-piece stainless steel case is 41.50mm in diameter with an 18ct gold turning top ring with ceramic minutes scale top ring for effectively measuring elapsed time underwater. With an impressive 300-metre water resistance, this model is ready to explore deep below the ocean’s surface. ![]() The deep blue dial of the Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400 Watch exudes calm. Discover more about the Calibre 400 here. Moreover, it also demonstrates the watchmaker’s confidence in manufacturing mechanical calibres to the very highest of Swiss standards. With an incredible 10-year warranty, it’s clear that Oris’ Calibre 400 transforms the performance and capability of the Oris Aquis Date watch. The Calibre 400 is nothing short of a game changer. This Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400 Blue Dial Watch has a 41.5mm case. Oris Aquis Date Calibre 400 Blue Dial Watch – 41.5mm Case ![]()
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