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Orient Mako 2 Black or Blue US$129.69 (~A$185.20) Orient Ray 2 Black or Blue US$137.45 (~A$196.29) Shipped @ Creation Watches

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Orient Mako 2 Black or Blue US$129.69 (~A$185.20) Orient Ray 2 Black or Blue US$137.45 (~A$196.29) Shipped @ Creation Watches
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WatchNerd on 05/12/2021 - 12:41 creationwatches.com (1959 clicks)
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Orient Mako II Black Auto FAA02001B9 US$131.00 + GST = 10% Off BSW25 ~AU$185.20 delivered(creationwatches.com)
Orient Mako II Blue Auto FAA02002D9 US$131.00 + GST = 10% Off BSW25 ~AU$185.20 delivered(creationwatches.com)
Orient Mako II Pepsi Auto FAA02009D9 US$145.00 + GST = 15% Off CMSALEWEEK ~AU$193.60 delivered(creationwatches.com)
Orient Ray II Black Auto FAA02004B9 US$147.00 + GST = 15% Off CMSALEWEEK ~AU$196.29 delivered(creationwatches.com)
Orient Ray II Blue Auto FAA02005D9 US$144.00 + GST = 15% Off CMSALEWEEK ~AU$192.28 delivered(creationwatches.com)

  • Crystal/Lens - Mineral
  • Diameter - 41.5mm
  • Band width - 22mm
  • Case Thickness - 13mm
  • Caliber F6922 Auto Movement = Hand-winding & Hacking
  • Screw Down Crown
  • Stainless Steel Bracelet
  • Water resistant - 200 Metres

Orient Mako II Review(youtube.com)
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  • MikeMikeMike on 05/12/2021 - 12:55
    +1

    I have the blue mako2 and it’s one of my favourite watches. The photos online don’t do it justice. Looks way better in real life. Love wearing and looking at this watch.

  • WatchNerd on 05/12/2021 - 13:11
    +4

    If you want a higher spec auto dive watch for less then I recommend the Steeldive SD1970(aliexpress.com)
    Old post here.

    • soundawake on 05/12/2021 - 14:40

      Would love that watch, but 44 is too big for my wrist. Thanks for your post! Managed to snag a blue Ray II from Amazon for $200 a month or two back… and now have a red dial Kamasu on the way! The only thing I don't like about the Ray is the crown… and its not as accurate as I'd like, running at about +15 seconds a day. My Vostok Amphibia runs at +0.5 seconds. I think I got lucky with that one.

      Any other Aliexpress watches that take your fancy? I already have a San Martin retro diver on the way, as well as a 6105 Kanagawa in the same order.

      • mudkipz on 05/12/2021 - 15:31

        It has a short lug to lug, making it wear smaller than the 44mm case dimensions would suggest.

      • ldq on 05/12/2021 - 16:05

        They tend to run fast when worn or sat dial up. But if you sit it 12 up for a couple of days it will lose those extra seconds. Perfect for a rotation. I own three watches with this movement and they all behave like that.

    • Hugh G Rection on 05/12/2021 - 22:01
      -2

      looks like a fake seiko turtle

      • WatchNerd on 05/12/2021 - 23:13
        -1

        Just with better quality control, lol.(youtu.be)

      • mudkipz on 06/12/2021 - 14:40

        It's based on the Seiko Captain Willard, which is similar in design to the Turtle, although there are some differences.

  • SoapyWooder on 05/12/2021 - 14:05

    That mineral glass though

    • Hugh G Rection on 05/12/2021 - 22:02

      yea, i only do sapphire. i learned the hard way :(
      all my mineral crystal watches are scratched or cracked.

  • [Deactivated] on 05/12/2021 - 14:55
    +1

    My Mako XL with shark mesh bracelet https://imgur.com/a/812tvis

    • ShouldIBuyIt on 05/12/2021 - 15:37

      Looking good, me likey

      • [Deactivated] on 05/12/2021 - 15:43

        Ten years old. It's held up well

  • ShouldIBuyIt on 05/12/2021 - 14:58
    +2

    I prefer the ray II. Indices and band look better than Mako II imo. I own both.

    • Magicbee on 05/12/2021 - 17:16

      Same here. Prefer Ray II. If it comes with sapphire lens would be perfect 10.

  • undadog on 05/12/2021 - 17:53

    nice. i am in the market for a nice entry level automatic watch (preferably sapphire crystal).

    Do you watch aficionados think its worth waiting for Boxing day sales? if so, any good retailers in Melbourne that historically have had good deals?

    • ldq on 05/12/2021 - 18:43
      -4

      Go entry-level Swiss. Hamilton or (my favourite) Steinhart. It's probably impossible to avoid but why go through cheaper watches if you will inevitably ascend onto Swiss anyway?

      • henno on 05/12/2021 - 18:53

        How is it inevitable?

        I am about as excited by another ETA 2824 movement as I am any modern seiko movement. They are "fine" but hardly any more, or less, inspiring or unique.
        I am not one of those "in house movements or GTFO" twats, and I think ETA and Seiko movements are pretty close to ideal for a daily tool watch, but there is nothing remotely awe-inspiring about entry level Swatch group watches over japanese.

        EDIT: Orient bracelets are pretty gross, tinny sounding things though. But so is almost every watch this side of $1000 with a few notable exceptions.

        • ldq on 05/12/2021 - 19:23
          -2

          It's happened to me, and it appears to be a rather natural path for anyone learning more about watches. I have nothing against Seiko or Orient, I own a bunch of them, but I end up wearing the Steinhart, because unlike Seiko or Orient it is a much more holistic experience, their Jubilee bracelet is amazing (the clasp could be better).
          It took me years to arrive to this position, but the proper Swiss watches in general and specifically Rolex are a mountain to which (almost) every other watch brand will aspire, imitate/borrow/hommage. My Steinhart is just a poor man's Batgirl. Seiko have managed to innovate enough to be celebrated on their own merit, but their designs are not appealing to me, with the exception of some dress Presages.

          • JimJamz on 06/12/2021 - 00:38
            +1

            @ldq: That's a pretty narrow view of dive watches.

            There are plenty of great dive watches in the $1000 - $5000 range that aren't Rolex knock offs.

            Oris, Doxa, longines, Rado, Sinn, Breitling and Omega all make amazing watches for a quarter of the price of a rolly while maintaining their own unique style and approach.

    • ShouldIBuyIt on 05/12/2021 - 18:49

      Comes down to your budget.
      And the style. Are you after a dress watch, work, diver?

      • undadog on 05/12/2021 - 19:07

        I am looking to spend max $600-800 and work or dress watch, not a diver. I like some of the Hamiltons that Idq mentioned. I have seen the orient watches, Seiko and couple of Tissots.

        • WatchNerd on 05/12/2021 - 19:10
          +1

          i am in the market for a nice entry level automatic watch
          I am looking to spend max $600-800

          Your idea of an entry level auto is a bit different to mine haha.

          • undadog on 05/12/2021 - 21:06

            @WatchNerd: lol its max $600 tbh. cheaper the better. Looking at the Orient automatics. they look nice!

            • ShouldIBuyIt on 05/12/2021 - 21:12
              +1

              @undadog: Look at
              Orient bambino
              Orient Mako/ray II - Diver but low profile
              Orient kamasu - sapphire
              Seiko 5 / presage

              Don't think Tissot powermatic 80 fits within your budget.

        • MikeMikeMike on 05/12/2021 - 19:53
          +1

          Spend a bit extra and have a look at the Tissot Gentlemen Powermatic 80. That’s if 40mm suits your wrist. I think it’s currently on sale.

        • ZilogX on 07/12/2021 - 18:05
          +1

          Steinhart

          https://www.steinhartwatches.de/

  • SEasternCry on 05/12/2021 - 19:42

    Hi, looking to get my first watch and have a $100 budget. Are there any good recommendations for an analog solar or battery watch?

    I'm liking the aesthetics of the Casio Duro. What is everyone's opinion of it? Does it fit on a 7 inch wrist?

    I'm also open to the Casio MTP range, Citizen Eco-drive, Timex, etc.

    • MikeMikeMike on 05/12/2021 - 20:04
      +1

      The Casio Duro is a pretty well reviewed budget watch from what I have seen. I don’t have one myself but I think they are cool. Lots of colour ways to choose from too.
      It’s a larger watch at 44mm so would suit your wrist if you like a big watch.
      Have a look at the Casio efv‑100d. These are $100 and look way more expensive than they are.
      I think for seiko Solar and citizen eco-drive you may have to spend a little more.

      • pennypacker on 06/12/2021 - 10:02
        +1

        Have a look at the Casio efv‑100d

        Great tip. Casio EFV-100D and its brother the 110 are loved by Ben, although I think they are a UK market watch. I haven't seen much of them here. I would get one after reading the review and looking at the pictures. Looks quality.

        https://www.benswatchclub.com/blog/casio-edifice-review

        • SEasternCry on 07/12/2021 - 20:51

          Ahhh been eyeing casios all day and yesterday. At this point I may as well say fk it all and go with the classic F-91w

          I've read Ben's reviews and am about to pull the trigger on the EFV-100D with a silicone or leather strap. I like the idea that you can dress up and down with it. but before I pull the trigger, I am in love with the dials on the Casio MTS-100L. Can you also dress down a a dress watch?

    • ldq on 05/12/2021 - 20:32
      -2

      I don't own any of these, but at the price I would get a Timex because they have so many models with numeral indices and I am a sucker for Arabic numerals. For example TW4B10900 has Indiglo and Explorer's looks.

      • ihfree on 05/12/2021 - 22:11
        +2

        I wouldn't get a quartz Timex because of their loud movements

        • henno on 05/12/2021 - 22:15
          +2

          ^ This.

          They look great, but I wouldn't own one as a daily. They are loud as heck… tick tick tick tick TICK TIIIIIIICK

    • Hugh G Rection on 05/12/2021 - 22:06

      i would save up and go automatic. you never have to change the battery again, and also i love a sweeping second hand. remember to get quality over quantity, which i did and have a bunch of useless quartz watches from my youth.

      • WatchNerd on 05/12/2021 - 23:23

        3 months ago you weren't a watch expert, now you're handing out advice.

        • Hugh G Rection on 06/12/2021 - 16:57
          -1

          you have something against me or something, i don't even know you. glad to see I'm in your head rent free, lol.

          • WatchNerd on 07/12/2021 - 10:37
            +1

            @Hugh G Rection: I honestly thought you were being genuine when you asked that question & was thinking about replying to help you out.
            So did other members & they replied before me.

            Then when I saw you giving advice on here I remembered your comment on my old post. Makes it hard to know what to believe.

      • SEasternCry on 05/12/2021 - 23:42

        I am getting too much choice paralysis. On one hand I don't want to risk losing a pricier automatic. On the other, I just want a daily analog beater. Casio Duro is good but if only they make a smaller version.

        • WatchNerd on 06/12/2021 - 00:12

          Nothing wrong with the Casio Duro, it's an awesome watch for around $70 -$80 (Amazon link)(amazon.com.au)

          Here is a review showing it on a 7 inch wrist, looks fine.(youtu.be)

          Also there's the potential the marlin version might become a collectable because of this.(youtu.be)
          Not sure if it's true or not because that video was 1 year ago & they're still selling them.
          It's possible Casio just have a lot of marlin stock I guess

          • SEasternCry on 06/12/2021 - 01:21

            @WatchNerd: I know you're trying to sell me the Duro but it seems really big in proportion to his body in the outro (personally)!! I'm not really in the game for a "collectible", just a one watch collection until I save enough for a Bambino or Maestro.

            I've been doing some deep digging and found this Casio but there are like no reviews on this model. It stands out because there's elevated dials vs the printed ones from the images but I could be wrong as I know shit all XD. Any thoughts?

            https://www.creationwatches.com/products/casio-analog-352/ca…

    • ihfree on 05/12/2021 - 22:56
      +1

      I'd have a look at some wrist shots. I think that watch may be the upper limit for a 7" wrist.

      If you can't be bothered with an automatic, I think eco-drive watches are great though you may struggle to find one in your price range. If you're after something smaller, Alba make a solar diver - AEFD530 - which would be worth a look if you don't mind going beyond your budget.

  • Hugh G Rection on 05/12/2021 - 22:04
    +1

    I keep buying watches, but always keep going back to my skx pepsi seiko diver for my daily driver.

  • eman7066 on 06/12/2021 - 01:12

    I have the black ray 2, a fantastic watch for the price :)

  • pennypacker on 06/12/2021 - 22:08

    Looks like CMSALEWEEK (15% off) has expired, and HOLIDAYDEALS (10% off) is now in force until Dec 20. That brings Ray II Blue to AUD$202.82 incl. GST, for example.

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