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Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403vsSeiko Alpinist

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Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403
OrisBig Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403
MSRP $4,500
Alpinist
SeikoAlpinist
MSRP $750

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 40340mm
Alpinist39.5mm
Power Reserve
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403120 hoursh
Alpinist70h
Water Resistance
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 40350m
Alpinist200m
MSRP
Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403$4,500
Alpinist$750

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diameter
40mm
39.5mm
Thickness
13.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.4mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Red
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
CALIBRE 403
6R35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
120 hoursh
70h
Jewels
21
24
Complications
Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,500
$750

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What people say

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Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403

The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403 is praised for its 120-hour power reserve and anti-magnetic properties, with reviewers noting its simplified design and vibrant blue dial. Owners highlight the smooth winding feel of the in-house Calibre 403 movement, which features twin barrels. However, some owners report minor time-setting issues, and the 50-meter water resistance is considered underwhelming by one reviewer, who also notes the deer leather strap's clasp scratches easily. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Calibre 403 highly for its impressive power reserve and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The 5-day power reserve of the new in-house Calibre 403 movement is a key strength. Reviewers noted the comfortable H-link bracelet and vibrant dial color options.

Seiko Alpinist

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical for its durability, accuracy, and value, with many appreciating its versatile style and useful day-date complication. Some owners highlight the 70-hour power reserve and 20 bar water resistance as significant benefits. However, opinions are divided on its size and thickness, with some finding it too large and heavy for a field watch, while others consider it a perfect or comfortable fit, especially at 38mm. There is also disagreement regarding the crystal type, with some criticizing the Hardlex while others appreciate the sapphire. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex Land Mechanical highly for its robust performance and good value, despite differing views on its dimensions.

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