The Oris Divers 65 12H Calibre 400 features a rotating bezel with a 12-hour display and is compatible with the display of a second time zone. Equipped with a robust in-house movement, it combines the practicality of a sports watch with a modest aesthetic suitable for a travel companion. It's not flashy, but it's one you'll want to keep for a long time. This is the kind of watch that's right up there with Martin Green, who writes for the US edition of WatchTime. He says that this is the perfect watch for him, making him think, "This is all I need."
Automatic winding (Cal. 400). 21 jewels. 28,800 vibrations per hour. Power reserve approximately 120 hours. SS case (diameter 40.0 mm). 10 bar water resistance. Stainless steel bracelet model: 612,700 yen (tax included). Leather strap model: 578,600 yen (tax included).
"This is the watch to have when you travel." Expanding possibilities with a 12-hour bezel
"This watch is all I need" is a phrase I don't use lightly. By my standards, very few watches live up to that description. However, some models come very close. And now, the Oris Divers Sixty-Five 12H Caliber 400 is joining that list.
This model isn't dramatically different from other timepieces in the brand's Divers Sixty-Five collection, except for the 12-hour rotating bezel, which makes it easy to display a second time zone. While this feature makes it debatable whether it qualifies as a full-fledged dive watch, I travel more than I dive.
A practical and honest design that ages beautifully
The Divers Sixty-Five 12H Caliber 400 is a watch that exudes practicality and honesty. Despite its simple design, careful attention to detail is evident throughout, making it a timeless piece. In fact, the more you use it, the more it will develop its own unique character as it ages and acquires scratches.
While maintaining the 40mm case diameter, Oris is equipped with its in-house movement, Cal. 400. Its visually balanced, symmetrical structure boasts a power reserve of approximately five days. The date display at 6 o'clock is not overly assertive, and is commendable for not compromising the overall minimalist impression of the dial.
Versatile, moving between sports and formal wear
The watch is water-resistant to 10 bar, which some may find insufficient for serious diving, but I've never dived that deep myself. Oris offers this model on either a metal bracelet or a black leather strap. I recommend using both, as the bracelet makes it a stately sports watch, while the black leather strap makes it surprisingly formal.
Furthermore, the modest case size makes it easy to match with any outfit and suitable for a wide range of occasions. Pairing it with a brown strap also creates a classic look.
Not the "perfect one," but it's pretty close
I've yet to find a watch that I can say is the one I need, but the Divers Sixty-Five 12H Caliber 400 is probably the closest I've come to that point.
