In 2020, Oris and Jin released the small -sized models of both brands' popular divers watches and U50.How much performance will these 41mm and 41.5mm Newcomers demonstrate?I want to verify that ability while comparing both models.
Originally published on watchtime.comText by Jens KochEdit by Yuzo Takeishi2021年2月23日掲載Directly comparing Oris "Aquisidate" and Jin "U50"
今回比較したダイバーズウォッチ2本。左がオリス「アクイス デイト」、右がジン「U50」。アクイスは300m、ジンは500mもの防水性能を持っているが、いずれもケース直径が41mm台に抑えられている。The advertising catch phrase of the gin "U50" announced in 2020 is "Honey, I SHRUNK THE U1".At the same time, Oris has also released a small version of Aquis Date.Fortunately, these new works are not as small as the children appearing in the 1989 movie "Honey, I SHRUNK THE KIDS".And you should be assured that the large size model (44mm diameter gin "U1" and 43.5mm Oris "Aquis Date") also remain in the brand catalog.
The era when big -sized clocks are welcomed is over, and now moderate size time pieces are trendy.Jin and Oris have launched the test machine, 41mm size U50, and 41.5mm Aquisses, and hit the game.This is a form in response to the needs of customers seeking a small size divers watch.In fact, these small -sized models announced in 20 years have benefits.The wearing feeling is good, the top is not heavy, and the case thickness is only 11.15mm in the "U50", so the possibility of hitting somewhere is low.
Contrasting appearance: Matt gin, oris that shines
However, these two models are very different in the looks.Jin is bead blasting on the case and strap, and the ryus is set at 4 o'clock.The dial is a style like an instrument, and the visibility is enhanced by the contrast between the matte black background and the night light paint.There is no noticeable place to glare, and each element plays a practical role.Therefore, the U50 can be seen at a glance that it is a professional tool watch.
Oris, on the other hand, alternates with polish and satin finish on the surface, adopting a sunburst -processed blue dial.In addition, the rotating bezel is laid out of the polished ceramic scale, and it also shines under the sunlight with a polished needle and index.While Jin incorporates as much performance as possible to be the ideal partner for the diver, Oris is aiming for a time piece that is also active on the ground.After all, it is clear that land is on land, even for divers watches.
What is the need for diver's watch and waterproof performance?
The difference in the concept of these two models is also reflected in the functional aspect.Oriith's 300m waterproof performance is sufficient, but Jin has a clearly high waterproof performance of 500m.DNV GL, the world's largest ship class and certified organization, has found that the U50 is a diving tool that complies with European diving standards.The U50's sapphire crystal windshield is very clear on both sides and is very clear.The dome -type windshield of a piece or aquis date is reflected in the inside, but the surface is reflected, so the scenery behind it may be reflected when checking the time.
In addition, these two models have different characteristics.Like some other models, Jin adopts steel used in German submarines.This material is really ideal as a diver's watch case material because it is resistant to salt water.Furthermore, as with the "U1", the U50 also uses a tegiet processing that cures the surface as a rotating bezel.This reduces the price of the clock and is placed so that the bezel covers the case, which plays a role like a shield to protect the case, preventing almost all scratches.
So I actually tried to use a hardened steel driver to scratch a lot of power, but the results were not even traced even after checking in the loupe.Jin also incorporates his unique technology into the bezel.He adopts a special binding method that firmly fixes the ring at the top of the bezel with three small screws, and does not come off the middle parts even if it is a strong impact.
Oris combines a 316L stainless steel case that is easy to polish and a ceramic diving scale with excellent scratch resistance.The Ryuzguard is attached with a Y -shaped screw instead of an integral case, which is a very cool look.
