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| Brand Seller or Collection Name | Orient |
|---|---|
| Model number | RA-AA0811E19B |
| Part Number | RA-AA0811E19B |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Dial window material type | Sapphire Crystal |
| Display Type | Analog |
| Clasp | Double Locking Foldover Clasp |
| Case material | Stainless Steel |
| Case diameter | 41.8 millimeters |
| Case Thickness | 13.2 millimeters |
| Band Material | Stainless Steel |
| Band size | Unisex |
| Band width | 22 millimeters |
| Band Color | Silver |
| Dial color | Turquoise |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Bezel function | Unidirectional |
| Calendar | Day-Date |
| Special features | Scratch Resistant,Waterproof,Automatic Self Winding,Second Hand |
| Movement | Japanese Automatic |
| Water resistant depth | 200 Meters |
8 reviews for Orient Men’s Japanese Automatic/Hand Winding 200 M Diver Style Watch RA-AA08
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Amazon User –
I am going to list why I think the Orient RA-AA081 (sometimes called Kamasu 2) is absolute top tier in the world of watches (Not just “cheap” watches).
Case/Band: The finishing on the case and band is excellent I like that all of the band lengths are brushed, without any polishing. Polished links show scratches much more easily. The band links are held together by directional punch pins, and can be easily removed using a cheap tool.
Clasp: The clasp has a spring loaded release on each side, and then has an additional flip-down locking tab. It also has four micro adjustment positions that can be set without removing lengths. The clasp works well, and is secure.
Bezel: The rotating bezel does not slip or wobble. It is secure with very positive clicks. The coin edge is well cut and gives excellent feel and grip. The rotation of the bezel on a dive watch is extremely important as it has real utility (as a timer), and is not for decoration only.
Crystal: The single feature that puts this watch in top tier above almost anything else at this price point is the sapphire crystal. Nearly every watch at this price ($225) has acrylic (plastic), mineral glass, hardlex, etc. Mineral glass has a Mohs hardness of approximately 4-5. Synthetic sapphire is approximately 9. There are very few things that can scratch sapphire, diamond and tungsten carbide being two. Sapphire is found on most watches costing thousands of dollars (Rolex/Omega/etc), but is not often available at this price point. Orient Bambino doesn’t have it. Citizen Garrison (BM8180-03E ) doesn’t have it. Seiko Presage (SRPE45J1) at $500 doesn’t have it. Seiko 5 (SNKL45 ) doesn’t have it. Citizen Promaster Diver (BN0158-00X) doesn’t have it.
Screw down crown: The crown is a very legitimate screw down. I agree with other reviewers that it is slightly too small, but it is rarely manipulated. The threads are well cut and smooth. When closing the crown, It is sometimes difficult to know when the crown is properly engaged on the threads, so be careful, LISTEN to it, and don’t force it. It does not take much force at all to close the crown, and it does not need to be torqued at the end, so DON’T over-tighten it. Always make sure you have the crown properly screwed down, or the watch will lose all water resistance.
Water-Resistance: Manufacturer claims water resistant to 20 bar. That is approximately 200 meters (656 feet) beneath water. Is it? I don’t know, and I’m not going to test it. I can report that this watch has survived many expeditions to the kitchen sink and rain filled journeys across urban parking lots.
Movement: This watch is automatic (self-winding by momentum of wrist), powered by the Orient F6922 movement. This means the watch is fully mechanical, without any batteries, electric, etc. It “ticks” and keeps time using gears, spring(s), etc. This is opposed to a Quartz movement that takes a battery (and actually keeps much better time). You can research mechanical vs quartz, but I have had both, and prefer automatic on analog watches.
Accuracy/Precision: My watch runs consistently at about +7 seconds per day against atomic time. COSC chronometer certification (really expensive automatic watches) specifies a precision of -4 sec to +6 sec per day. So my watch, out of the box, isn’t far off from COSC time keeping specs. It is important to note that my watch being consistently +7 seconds per day, every day, indicates my watch is actually very precise. My watch could likely be regulated within COSC parameters if I wanted to open the caseback and adjust the regulation lever.
Winding/Hacking: The Orient F6922 movement is both hand windable, and hackable. This means it can be hand wound when not being worn, and the second hand can be hacked (stopped) when setting the watch, so that it may be set to the exact second.
Day/Date setting: The day and the date can both be set independently of the hands, so it not necessary to advance the hands around and around to set the date. The day can be set for either English or Spanish. This is somewhat confusing at first, so read the manual very carefully. When the day is correctly setup for English, the day will actually change to Spanish for a little while after midnight, before then changing again to the English day. This is normal and as designed. Basically, the physical day rotor is printed English/Spanish/English/Spanish and the gear train moves the rotor two positions over a few hours at the start of each day, so after midnight a watch set to English will move English-Spanish-English and a watch set to Spanish will move Spanish-English-Spanish and then hold the correct language for the remainder of the day.
Caseback: This watch does not have a display caseback, so the gears can’t be seen, the solid caseback is pleasantly thin, and it is VERY quiet.
Lum: The hour markers are luminous, charged by light. The lum is fairly good, and is easily legible for at least an hour if well charged before going into darkness.
Dial: The turquoise dial on the RA-AA0811E19B is beautiful, and everything is aligned well.
Summary: I have not found another watch near this price point that I like this much. This watch is high quality, with a sapphire crystal, a really nice rotating bezel, and a screw down crown. The only criticism I can find is the crown being a little small.
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One year review:
Band: I still like the factory band and think it looks great. I did replace mine with a Barton 22mm NATO that is more comfortable and lighter for daily wear.
Crystal: The sapphire crystal is still in perfect condition without a single scratch or blemish
Bezel: The bezel has accumulated little scratches, dings, and other minor damage from daily wear. No stars deducted as this could happen to any watch.
Accuracy/Precision: My watch maintained its approximate factory accuracy for a year. I then decided to open the caseback and regulate the speed and beat error myself. This is a very fine process, and there is a real risk of permanently damaging the watch if mistakes are made. I stopped the balance wheel by hacking the seconds hand (pulling the crown all the way out) before making each adjustment. Using a timegrapher app on my phone and the built in microphone, I was able to achieve -1 second per day face-up and 0.1ms beat error. This has been holding fairly stable and my current accuracy is fantastic.
David Arestie –
The Orient 200 M Diver Style Watch RA-AA08, also known as the Kamasu 2, is a timepiece that stands out in the world of watches, not just in the “cheap” category. Here are some key features that make this watch an excellent choice:
Case/Band: The finishing on the case and band is of excellent quality. The brushed finish on all the band lengths gives it a sophisticated look while minimizing the visibility of scratches. The band links are held together by directional punch pins, allowing for easy removal using an inexpensive tool.
Clasp: The clasp on this watch is well-designed and secure. It features a spring-loaded release on each side and an additional flip-down locking tab. The clasp also offers four micro-adjustment positions, allowing for a comfortable and precise fit.
Bezel: The rotating bezel on the Kamasu 2 is secure and has very positive clicks. The well-cut coin edge provides an excellent feel and grip, essential for the functionality of a dive watch.
Crystal: One standout feature of this watch is its sapphire crystal. While many watches in this price range typically use acrylic, mineral glass, or hardlex, the Orient Kamasu 2 comes equipped with a synthetic sapphire crystal. Sapphire is highly scratch-resistant, with only diamond and tungsten carbide being harder. This feature is usually found in watches costing thousands of dollars, making it exceptional for a watch at this price point.
Screw-down Crown: The crown on the Kamasu 2 is a legitimate screw-down crown, adding to the watch’s water resistance. While it may be slightly small, it is rarely manipulated. The threads are well-cut and smooth, ensuring ease of use. It is important to ensure the crown is properly engaged on the threads to maintain water resistance.
Water Resistance: The manufacturer claims a water resistance rating of 20 bar, which is approximately 200 meters or 656 feet. Although I cannot personally verify this claim, the watch has reportedly survived exposure to water during everyday activities without any issues.
Movement: The Orient RA-AA08 features an automatic self-winding movement, powered by the momentum of the wearer’s wrist. This ensures accurate timekeeping without the need for manual winding
Overall, the Orient Kamasu 2 is a high-quality timepiece that offers excellent value for its price. With its impressive features such as a sapphire crystal, reliable water resistance, and attention to detail in design and finishing, it stands out among watches in its category.
Alex –
Llego bien y bien empaquetado, solo que a veces se detiene el movimiento supongo que necesitará pronto servicio
Zemo Cross –
Un excelente reloj, un gran dial, un tamaño que se adapta a la mayoría de las muñecas, la imagen lo dice mejor.
Amazon User –
I bought my first Orient, an orange mako 15 years ago in 2009. I liked it so much I bought a second one, an Orient ray in blue a few years later in 2011. These were both with the old movement. No sapphire crystal, no hand winding and no hacking. Through years of regular use staggered with non-use where I let them sit in drawers dead for months on end, both watches have always started right back up as soon as I give them a couple of gentle shakes. To this day my orange mako, the oldest maintains plus 12 seconds per day and has never been opened and never serviced. This is exceptional for a sub $250, 15 year old automatic watch. They just don’t die. Finally 15 years later I decided to upgrade and get myself a new one. Just bought a new Orient Kamasu in turquoise and I’m in love all over again. Not much more than I paid 15 years ago and this one has a sapphire crystal, hand winding and hacking movement. It’s just as gorgeous as My original watches and the turquoise face is a very unique color. I much prefer it to the traditional blue of my Ray. Another five star orient watch in my book. I will continue my collection. Bought this on a whim after I had been looking at Rolex, Omega, Oris etc. I was really ready to upgrade to a high-end watch. But it’s hard to justify. I could literally buy 20 of these in all different colors for the price of one Rolex. It’s exceptionally built. Yes the band could be better. But I tend to replace my bands and swap them out. I’ve had citizens, Seikos, Diesels, fossils, Movado and a Tissot, But the only ones I’ve really kept throughout all these years were my orients and my G-Shocks. Really was ready to upgrade to a high end luxury watch but you’ve got to really want to pay for that name. This is a heck of a watch for the money. Confident this one will last just as long as my original ones.
Zemo Cross –
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One of my absolute favorites! I’ve had it for about 4 months now and never get bored with it’s look and feel. There is probably no other watch with a better value. High quality timepiece at a discount price. Simple yet stylish. Winding crown is small for my sausage fingers but I don’t use it that much anyway. The precision is pretty good, so only have to adjust it about once a month.
David Arestie –
I like orient style watches better than Seiko…Seiko apparently owns Orient..good Japanese manufactured watches..got at a great price too..be patient think I got for45% off.
Robert Steele –
This is exactly what I expected.. quality, accuracy and fast delivery