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Oris Divers Sixty‑Five ChronographvsVario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

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Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph
OrisDivers Sixty‑Five Chronograph
MSRP $4,700
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound
VarioEmpire Art Nouveau Handwound
MSRP $888

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph40mm
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound38mm
Power Reserve
Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph62 hoursh
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound40h
Water Resistance
Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph100m
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound50m
MSRP
Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph$4,700
Empire Art Nouveau Handwound$888

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
38mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Grey
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
771-1
Miyota 6T33
Type
Automatic
Manual
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
62 hoursh
40h
Jewels
27
25
Complications
Chronograph
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,700
$888

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What people say

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Oris Divers Sixty‑Five Chronograph

The Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph is praised for its classic, legible design and improved wearability with a 40mm case, though it remains a relatively thick 15.4mm. It is powered by the Sellita SW510-based Oris 771 caliber with a 48-hour power reserve. One reviewer noted that a full bronze variant's 21mm lug width limits strap options. Overall, reviewers find the Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph a refined and appealing dive watch considered a credible alternative for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch features a unique, nature-inspired dial that adds a touch to the classic design. The unidirectional dive bezel has smooth action. The lume is somewhat lacking, which may be a drawback for those who plan to use it in low-light conditions.

Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound

Owners widely praise the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound for its detailed, multi-layered dial featuring applied numerals and guilloche patterns, its elegant Art Deco-inspired design, and the enjoyable winding feel of the Miyota 6T33 handwound movement, often visible through an exhibition case back. The 38mm case size is considered a positive by many, and the included leather strap is noted for its comfort and quality. Some owners find the differing fonts on the sub-dials and perimeter less appealing, and the absence of a constant seconds sub-dial is flagged as a drawback. On balance, owners rate the Vario Empire Art Nouveau Handwound highly for its distinctive Art Deco styling and detailed dial at its price point.

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