simey83 2,065 Posted March 14, 2015 Hello all, Today the Mrs and I went shopping I have been saving for a while now and decided it was time to buy myself a watch. Something that I could be proud of and enjoy for many years to come! I have been trawling forums and websites over the last few months trying to decide what I fancied. Having a few in mind we set off to see them in the flesh and test them out. After visiting a few AD's and trying on numerous brands such as Omega, Breitling, Tudor, Longines, Tag Heuer, Baume & Mercier to name a few, my head was spinning! I liked a good few of them, but nothing really reached out and grabbed me, until I picked up the watch I ended up buying! Now don't get me wrong, some of the watches mentioned were stunning and I would be very happy to own one someday, but today I had my mind blown!! Simple as that. I knew I would be leaving the shop with it! As I started to look at the watch and get a feel for it, I think the guy seen the smile on my face and decided to tell me a bit of the history of the brand (It turned out he was a massive fan and was wearing one. He has had it for 7 years and it is till going as strong as the day he bought it). I was stunned to find out that it is a brand that is completely hand made, and they are one of the very few Swiss makers that is still independently owned today. Every single watch is made by one person, from start to finish. No factory lines here! The attention to detail on the watch took my breath away. As soon as I held it in my hand I knew I had to have it! I don't think there is better value for money out there, when you find out what goes into making one of their watches!! I could go on for ages, but I will stop waffling and get to the watch! You guys know way more than I ever will! (Can you tell I am still buzzing hah?!) So, without further ado, may I present my new Oris Big Crown ProPilot Chronograph GMT iPhone photos right now. I will do a proper photo shoot when I get the time. And, as all watches, it looks waaaaay better in the flesh The detail on the bezel and even the crown is stunning. You have to feel it to believe it! Engineering of the highest order! The mechanism on the clasp opens the same way as the buckle on a plane seat belt! Thought that was a great touch Love the open case back which shows off the stunning movement, and of course the famous Oris red rotor. Obligatory wristy and lume shots Didn't turn out great, but it's amazing in the flesh Sorry to waffle on and get "over excited" but this was my first experience buying from and AD, and I loved every moment of it I am over the moon! Time for a drink to celebrate! Cheers all Simey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andyboy 5 Posted March 14, 2015 Solid watch and great pick up. I seen you asking in the shouty about discounts at AD`s...did you manage to haggle with them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plankton 1 Posted March 14, 2015 How fun bro!! Now that is really a killer looking Oris, really............................................. I was just at out local Oris AD looking at some of his, didn't see that one and wish I would have. Nice, congrats!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty010 1 Posted March 14, 2015 WoW that really looks great! The finish is really beautiful and I like the red rotor:) Enjoy your new gen mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,065 Posted March 14, 2015 Solid watch and great pick up. I seen you asking in the shouty about discounts at AD`s...did you manage to haggle with them? he knocked a very minor amount off as a gesture. But he couldn't do much as this was the only one left in Ireland. He said people had been ringing up and asking about it. The price was the price he told them! I was happy enough How fun bro!! Now that is really a killer looking Oris, really............................................. I was just at out local Oris AD looking at some of his, didn't see that one and wish I would have. Nice, congrats!!!! they seem very limited right now. You should look out for it, if it's you style Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,065 Posted March 14, 2015 WoW that really looks great! The finish is really beautiful and I like the red rotor:) Enjoy your new gen mate thanks mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R1evans 0 Posted March 14, 2015 That sure is a beauty,wear it well and often. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted March 14, 2015 Beautiful pick up mate... I knew this thread was going to do really well when I saw a glimpse of one of the best sights in the world..... (mine says hi!) :lmao: wear in good health mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,065 Posted March 14, 2015 Beautiful pick up mate... I knew this thread was going to do really well when I saw a glimpse of one of the best sights in the world..... (mine says hi!) :lmao: wear in good health mate. Haha! Brilliant! Cheers buddy.That sure is a beauty,wear it well and often.Thanks mate :)I know it won't float everyone's boat, and they would have spent the money on something else. But I'm chuffed to bits! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themannier 0 Posted March 14, 2015 That is a great watch, i love ORIS, congrats mate ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
<RJ> 0 Posted March 14, 2015 A beauty I didn't know all this about Oris, Thanks for the info! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted March 14, 2015 Congrats, mate. Enjoy it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hornet 1 Posted March 14, 2015 Lovely watch, enjoy it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chavezzito 121 Posted March 14, 2015 Drooling here! Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadPickle 2,802 Posted March 14, 2015 Nice pick up simey, looks like its a keeper!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cogwatch 1 Posted March 14, 2015 I have 3 gen Oris watches. And you're right, they are beautiful specimens of watchmaking!! As I keep buying more, and more, and more watches, I've been starting to sell some. Every once in a while I consider selling one of the Oris ones as it would be a high value sale versus a lot of my other watches. Then I slap myself and say "what the fuck were you thinking". Mine are all 3 divers, and now looking at your's I'm thinking its time to broaden my Oris radar!! Enjoy it, it's an absolutely beautiful watch that I know, as you say, looks (and feels) even WAY better in the flesh!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frazzle 5 Posted March 14, 2015 Now I really like this!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dapper 0 Posted March 14, 2015 I bought my wife an Oris date pointer with open case back about ten years ago. It has been absolutely faultless all this time, to the point that despite me buying a Tag Heuer gen at the same time, I have found myself searching E bay and such for an Oris big crown date pointer for myself over the last few months, and am becoming more determined to buy one for myself. It's a lovely watch that is not too expensive and has a classic look especially when worn with a suit. A very underrated brand IMHO.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dapper 0 Posted March 14, 2015 I'd be careful for anyone searching for these watches on E bay as I've seen many which look gen but have gold coloured rotors rather than red ones,, so be careful,, guys. But for £750.00 ish its a classic watch with good credentials.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hnic 1 Posted March 14, 2015 congrats!! and it is a great experience buying from an ad its quit different than receiving the package from the mailman enjoy and wear it with pride Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted March 14, 2015 I like that.. A lot! Great pickup mate, good health to you dear boy!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simey83 2,065 Posted March 14, 2015 I'd be careful for anyone searching for these watches on E bay as I've seen many which look gen but have gold coloured rotors rather than red ones,, so be careful,, guys. But for £750.00 ish its a classic watch with good credentials..£750!? Fuck! Where they going for that money? :-) cheers man! Thanks guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted March 14, 2015 Top watch mate. Real quality. Enjoy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,514 Posted March 14, 2015 Very nice mate - congrats! Enjoy it often. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
