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I've decided that I want to purchase an Aquis diver but I'm having a tough time deciding between the Blue Aquis Diver or the Gradient blue with the sunburst dial. Hoping you guys would help me in the decision. I want a versatile watch that can be worn casually to the beach and in the office setting. Appreciate any feedback especially if any of you have experience with these models. Thanks!

Blue Aquis Diver (I think it tends to lean on the sportier side)


Blue Gradient/Sunburst Dial (looks dressier IMHO)
 
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Blue Gradient/Sunburst Dial without question. While it comes down to personal preference, I love the contrast between the black bezel and blue dial on the sunburst model. It also opens up more options when it comes to straps. Do yourself a favor, though. Get it on rubber. The Oris rubber strap is mind blowingly amazing and can still pull off a dressier look. Plus, no desk diving swirlies ;)
 
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I know just what you're going through as the introduction of the latest blue has caused me no end of soul searching. Since getting both isn't an option for me (I assume it's the same for you) I came down in favour of tha original all blue for the simple reason that I'd already got a clutch of Oris watches witch black bezels. If I'm honest the black bezel will allow the new boy to mix it up a bit more.
 
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I just picked up a gradient blue one and love it. I will say that if often times appears to have a black dial, until the light hits it and you then see the really deep blue colors. To me, that's a plus, but for those looking for a bright blue watch, it would be a negative I suppose.
 
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I had the Blue Aquis and the dial looks gray in most light. I loved what I referred to as a very unique "deep sea" shade of blue on the bezel but the dial looks mostly gRay which eventually caused it to fall out of favor with me.


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I'm considering this watch after I sell another. Give me the pros and cons of the bracelet vs the rubber. I do like the look with the black strap but I wonder if I should have the bracelet. Is it possible to add one or the other later? Does the watch take both?

Thoughts?
Also- is it worth getting at a GM dealer to save? What would be a good price?
 
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Received mine yesterday and the blue sunburst dial is really nice in combination with the black bezel. I was also looking for something that could be easily worn to the office and on the weekends. I don't like the weight and feel of metal bracelets so the rubber strap was an easy choice. It's soft but still makes the watch sit nicely centered on the wrist. The clasp makes it really easy to make small adjustments (like a nato strap).

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I went to look at the new blue sunburst/gradient Aquis at a local AD, it's certainly nice but in person it just didn't sing to me as much as the 'old style' blue. I found that the blue on the new gradient dial was quite dark and didn't shine quite as much as I had hoped. It's certainly a little more dressy in style, but I didn't think that matched the sizable rugged & tool-ish style case of the Aquis.
I couldn't walk away without one, so I put a deposit down on the old style blue on the bracelet. It will be my first Oris. Such a well made watch!
 
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The sunburst dial is a bit dark indoors and can look almost black. When you take it outside in brighter light or direct sunlight, it gets a dark to navy blue. Under an overcast sky, it is more of a flat blue which kind of surprised me. I have only seen pictures of the all blue and that looks very nice as well. Either way, you can't go wrong with an Aquis.
 
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The dial certainly completely transforms depending on the light which surprised me. It's not at all just the usual medium blue that you find on most blue sunburst dials. It definitely needs to be seen.
 
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Big thanks to everybody with their thoughts and pictures of their timepieces. I've decided to go with the blue gradient/sunburst dial with the bracelet and the rubber (originally just wanted the bracelet, but when I saw/read about all the great things about the rubber strap I couldn't resist). Should be arriving sometime this week/early next week. I'll make sure to post pictures.
 
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Saw in person today. When I sell my black bay I think I'm gonna pick this one up. Save myself some money between the two.
 
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