Inventory Adjusters carries authentic Oris watches, including Aquis, Divers Sixty-Five, Big Crown, Artelier, and BC4 models, at prices that are often below the stated MSRP. Browse the current selection through the men’s watch collection and women’s watch collection.
Quick Facts About Oris
- Oris was founded in Hölstein, Switzerland, in 1904.
- The company has been independently owned since a management buyout in 1982.
- Every current Oris watch uses a mechanical movement.
- Major collections include Aquis, Divers Sixty-Five, Big Crown, Artelier, and BC4.
- Oris uses both modified Sellita-based calibers and its own Caliber 400 family.
- Materials include stainless steel, bronze, sapphire crystal, and ceramic.
- Inventory Adjusters provides an authenticity guarantee and a two-year warranty.
Shop Oris Watches
The Oris range serves buyers looking for a genuine Swiss automatic watch without moving into the price level of brands such as Rolex or Omega. The collection spans professional-style dive watches, aviation-inspired models, vintage reissues, automatic chronographs, and understated dress watches.
Use the product grid to compare collections, case sizes, movement calibers, bracelet or strap choices, water-resistance ratings, and current prices. Since Oris models can differ greatly in purpose, the right choice depends on whether you want a daily sports watch, a dive-ready case, a heritage design, or a more formal leather-strap piece.
Oris Heritage: Independent Since 1904
Paul Cattin and Georges Christian founded Oris on June 1, 1904, after purchasing a closed watch factory in Hölstein. The company took its name from a nearby brook and grew rapidly. By 1911, it had become the largest employer in the village.
Oris developed an early connection to aviation watches during the 1920s. In 1938, it introduced the Big Crown, designed with an oversized crown that pilots could operate while wearing gloves. Its dive-watch history began in 1965 with the model that later inspired the Divers Sixty-Five collection.
During the Swiss watch industry’s consolidation period, Oris joined ASUAG in 1970. A management buyout led by Dr. Rolf Portmann and Ulrich W. Herzog restored its independence in 1982.
Who owns Oris today? The company remains independently owned and is not part of Swatch Group, Richemont, LVMH, or another major watch conglomerate.
Where are Oris watches made? They are designed and assembled in Hölstein, Switzerland, where the company was founded.
Popular Oris Watch Collections
Oris Aquis
The Oris Aquis is the brand’s modern dive-watch family. Aquis models typically combine a solid case, rotating dive bezel, clear luminous markers, and strong water resistance.
The Aquis Date identified in Inventory Adjusters’ range features an Oris Caliber 733, a ceramic bezel insert, a sapphire crystal, and water resistance rated to 300 meters. This makes it suitable for buyers who want a Swiss automatic sports watch with practical diving features.
Oris Divers Sixty-Five
The Divers Sixty-Five is a modern interpretation of Oris’ original 1965 dive watch. It combines vintage-inspired proportions, curved dial details, and retro indexes with modern materials and automatic movements.
Selected versions use bronze cases or bronze-tone details. Bronze develops a natural surface patina over time, giving each watch a slightly different appearance. Buyers searching for an Oris bronze watch often find the Divers Sixty-Five collection the most relevant starting point.
Oris Big Crown and Pointer Date
The Big Crown collection reflects Oris’ pilot-watch history dating back to 1938. Its oversized crown was originally intended to be easier for pilots to adjust while wearing gloves.
The Pointer Date complication uses a central hand to indicate the date around the outer edge of the dial. This gives the watch a recognizable layout while keeping the main dial relatively clean.
Oris Artelier
Artelier watches represent the brand's dress-oriented side. They commonly use leather straps, polished cases, restrained dial layouts, and automatic movements. These models suit office wear, formal events, or buyers who want Swiss mechanical construction without a sport bezel.
Oris BC4
The BC4 collection uses aviation-inspired cases and includes automatic chronograph models. A chronograph provides a stopwatch function through pushers and subdials, while a tachymeter scale can be used to calculate speed over a known distance.
Why Every Oris Watch Is Automatic
In 1982, Oris made a defining decision to produce mechanical watches only. It has not returned to quartz production since then.
Many current Oris models use modified calibers based on Sellita-supplied movements. The Oris Caliber 733, based on the Sellita SW200-1, commonly powers three-hand and date models such as the Aquis Date and Divers Sixty-Five. Automatic chronographs may use calibers such as the Oris 771, based on the Sellita SW510.
These are proven Swiss movement platforms that Oris modifies and installs according to the requirements of each collection.
Oris also produces its own Caliber 400 family for selected higher-priced models. Caliber 400 movements offer a five-day power reserve, strong resistance to magnetism, and a longer recommended service interval than many standard automatic movements.
Always check the individual listing because movement type, power reserve, and caliber can differ between watches that share the same collection name.
Materials and Construction
Stainless steel is the main case material across the Oris collection. Selected Divers Sixty-Five watches use bronze, which changes appearance as it reacts with air, moisture, and wear.
Sports models such as the Aquis may include sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel inserts. Sapphire offers better scratch resistance than mineral crystal, while ceramic resists fading and surface wear.
Depending on the model, Oris watches may use stainless steel bracelets, genuine leather straps, textile straps, or rubber straps. Bracelet and strap choices can change how the same watch feels on the wrist, so consider weight, climate, activity level, and intended use before buying.
Oris Watch Prices and Value
Oris watches generally sit within the affordable or entry-luxury Swiss category. Retail prices commonly range from about $1,700 to $6,900, depending on the collection, movement, materials, and complication. Many standard models sit closer to the lower end of that range, while Caliber 400 watches and limited editions may cost more.
The Oris watch price reflects genuine Swiss assembly, automatic movements, a rich dive and pilot heritage, and independent ownership. Buyers are paying for more than a fashion name or licensed design.
Inventory Adjusters commonly list Oris watches below the stated MSRP. Prices and availability may change, especially for limited editions, older references, and clearance-tagged watches.
Why Buy Oris From Inventory Adjusters?
Inventory Adjusters guarantees the authenticity of every Oris watch it sells. Purchases include free two-day shipping, a 30-day return period, and a two-year Inventory Adjusters warranty.
Inventory Adjusters is an independent reseller, not an authorized Oris dealer. This means Inventory Adjusters, rather than Oris, provides the warranty. The company also operates an in-house repair facility, providing a clear service route if a covered issue occurs.
Review the complete warranty policy before ordering. Buyers looking for reduced pricing on older or limited-stock references can also check the clearance sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who Owns Oris?
Oris is independently owned. It regained its independence through a management buyout in 1982 and is not owned by a major watch conglomerate.
2. Where Are Oris Watches Made?
Oris watches are designed and assembled in Hölstein, Switzerland, where the company was founded in 1904.
3. Are Oris Watches Automatic or Quartz?
Oris has produced only mechanical watches since 1982. Its current collection consists of automatic models rather than quartz watches.
4. Is Oris a Luxury Watch Brand?
Oris is usually placed in the affordable or entry-luxury Swiss category. It sits above fashion-watch brands but below higher-priced luxury houses such as Rolex and Omega.
5. What Movement Does Oris Use?
Many Oris watches use modified Sellita-based calibers, including Caliber 733 and Caliber 771. Selected models use the brand’s own Caliber 400 family.
6. What Is the Oris Aquis Collection?
Aquis is Oris’ modern dive-watch family, known for automatic movements, rotating bezels, strong water resistance, and sport-focused cases.
7. Are Oris Watches of Good Quality?
Yes. Oris offers genuine Swiss mechanical construction, established movement platforms, durable materials, and clear dive, pilot, and dress-watch identities.
Find the Right Oris Watch
Choose an Aquis for modern dive-watch construction, a Divers Sixty-Five for vintage styling, a Big Crown for pilot heritage, or an Artelier for dress wear. Buyers seeking an automatic chronograph can consider the BC4 collection.
Browse the product grid by collection, case material, strap type, movement, price, and availability to find an Oris watch that fits your wrist, intended use, and collecting goals.
_1753860655__97408.original.png "Oris")
