Watch Review: Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition Orange Rubber Strap

The Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition is the third watch Oris has produced in support of the important Coral Restoration Foundation and this special timepiece is exclusively limited to only 2,000 pieces.

Here at Chisholm hunter we are delighted to offer you this exciting opportunity to view and purchase this incredible watch. This limited edition Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef can be viewed in one of our 27 luxury Chisholm Hunter UK boutiques along with an extensive range of ORIS watches.

Oris is one of a small handful of Swiss watch brands that makes only mechanical watches, a thing of beauty, designed according to principles that have been around for generations and will continue long into the future. The Aquis collection of diver's watches offers real-world functionality in an innovative package, through a combination of considered design, high-performance materials and fit-for-purpose functions. To lead the fight for our oceans once again, Oris have released this remarkable Limited Edition model with standout design and striking contrast blue dial with bold orange strap. With model number 01 798 7754 4185-Set RS' ORIS further their contribution to raise awareness for the endangered Carysfort Reef. The Carysfort Reef is one of the world's most iconic coral reefs. It was the epicentre for the early recreational dive industry and a premier fishing destination for US presidents. And it was where the world's first underwater colour photograph was taken. The Coral Restoration Foundation has been working on restoring the reef since 2014 and has already seen a great increase in population. Proceeds from the Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition watch are helping to continue support and raise money and awareness of this essential project, combining ORIS watchmaking expertise with their core value to bring change for the better.

Cased in an adventurous 43.50mm steel case with GMT scale top ring the Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition can show the time in three time zones simultaneously using the 24-hour scale laser-engraved black ceramic unidirectional bezel. The stunningly detailed blue feature dial is decorated by orange numbering, highlights and outlining on the sharp feature second hand. The indices and hands are coated in Superluminova BGW9 and are protected by domed sapphire crystal glass with antireflective coating on both sides. And with Stainless steel screw-in security crown and a water resistance of 30 bar the new Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition is a ready companion for land and sea adventures alike.

Inside, the automatic winding GMT date movement vibrates at 28'800A/h 4Hz, contains 25 jewels and has a power reserve of 42 hours with bi-directionally rotating red rotor, a trademarked symbol of Oris's High-Mech approach to watchmaking. Whenever you see the Red Rotor, you can be sure it's a genuine Oris watch that's innovative, functional and designed to bring many years of pleasure.

Another truly standout feature of this remarkable timepiece is the courageous Orange rubber strap with deep ORIS logo detailing complimenting the sport dive aesthetic of the overall design. The bold colours and contrast of the orange rubber strap against the deep blue oceanic dial are harmonised by the subtle orange markings of the dial and bezel. The Rubber strap is secured by a detailed stainless-steel security folding clasp with extension allowing for practicality and comfort of wear. 

The reverse is delightfully decorated in homage to the partnership of the conservation project and the Carysfort Reef Limited Edition. The special decorative motif is incorporated proudly on the reverse celebrating the 30'000 planted corals to date in partnership with the Coral Restoration FoundationTM in Florida. This remarkable Oris Aquis Carysfort Reef Limited Edition making waves not only for its stand out design and function but also the successful efforts in coral reef preservation.