Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph - References, Prices and Owners' Reviews

Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph is a model launched in 2019, a twin-register extension of Oris’s neo-vintage “Divers Sixty-Five” line: steel case with sweeping lugs, a minute-scale bezel, retro pump pushers, a tall domed sapphire and 10-bar water-resistance, powered by the automatic Oris 771 (Swiss base) with around 62 hours of reserve on recent editions. The brief is clear readability for daily wear, improved ergonomics versus the original 43 mm chronos, and faithful alignment with the family’s 1965 aesthetic, now offered in 40 mm on steel or leather.

Design & legibility: the model’s identity

The dateless bi-compax layout uses applied markers and a crisp minute track, with balanced sub-dials at 3 and 9 o’clock and a unidirectional minutes bezel; recent pieces mix silver sunray or monochrome black dials with subtle color pops (“ocean green”) for an elegant yet functional presence, such that the “pump pushers + no-date bi-compax + tall domed sapphire” trio forms the chrono’s instantly recognisable signature.

Case, bracelet and daily comfort

Downsizing from 43 to 40 mm changed wearability: trimmer profile, “swept” lugs that shorten wrist span, and 20 mm lugs that make strap/bracelet swaps easy; the multi-piece steel case has a screwed, engraved back, the minute bezel clicks decisively, and the unguarded crown improves grip, while the double-domed sapphire delivers depth and lively reflections, so the 40 mm chronograph wears “shorter” than expected and suits mid-size wrists without losing presence.

Movement: architecture, performance and care

Oris calibre 771 (an SW510 evolution) drives hours/minutes, a 1/4-seconds sweep, a 30-minute counter and running seconds, with hacking and a fine regulator; early 43 mm runs quoted ~48 h while the 40 mm editions cite ~62 h, beating at 4 Hz with the red rotor and 10-bar sealing; expect 4–6-year services with pressure checks for normal use, and the 771’s straightforward architecture provides robust day-to-day reliability for “desk-to-dive”-light scenarios.

Timeline & main models (2018–2025)

(2018) Oris Divers Carl Brashear Chronograph “Bronze LE”:

The chronograph’s first appearance in the D65 world, honoring diver Carl Brashear: a 43 mm bronze case, 10-bar WR, domed sapphire and a blue dial with a clean date-less bi-compax and warm vintage-toned lume. The living bronze and high contrast set the stylistic codes later echoed by serial models. Delivered on brown leather with a bronze buckle and an engraved back, it telegraphed the collection’s direction. A key identifier for this run is Oris Carl Brashear Chronograph 01 771 7744 3185-Set LS, a clear precursor to subsequent mainstream references.

(2019) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “Steel & Bronze Bracelet”:

Regular-production chronograph at 43 mm combining a steel mid-case with a bronze top ring, dateless bi-compax, retro pump pushers and a riveted-look steel bracelet; the deep dial presentation is amplified by the double-domed sapphire while the minutes bezel serves light timing or daily markers. The release anchored the chrono within the D65 family for the long term. The bracelet variant is commonly catalogued as Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7744 4354-07 8 21 18, typically accompanied by leather options.

(2019) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “Steel & Bronze Leather”:

A leather-strap alternative (21 mm on the 43 mm case) that softens the mixed-metal impact and leans into the neo-vintage vibe; WR remains 10 bar, the 3 o’clock crown handles easily and legibility stays strong thanks to the clean sub-dial spacing. Lighter than the bracelet, it suits wrists seeking flexibility and warmth of materials while keeping daily resilience. In Oris materials this execution appears as Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7744 4354-07 5 21 45, typically paired with dark dials and beige markers.

(2023) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “40 mm Monochrome Bracelet”:

A major move to 40 mm with a neater profile and a pared-back black/grey look; the watch broadens versatility through a better-draping bracelet and reduced mass while retaining the core codes (retro pushers, minutes bezel, bi-compax). WR is 10 bar, the screwed back carries specific engravings, and daylight legibility benefits from strong contrasts. On steel, this is the family’s most “daily” take. A common bracelet identifier is Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7791 4054-07 8 20 18, mirrored by a leather variant.

(2023) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “40 mm Monochrome Leather”:

Same tech, delivered on black Cervo Volante deer leather (20 mm), visually lightening the watch and warming the retro charm without limiting everyday use; readability is unchanged and the case’s brushed/polished facets pop more off-wrist. Ideal for office-to-evening rotation, this configuration exploits the “wearable” 40 mm fully. The recommended marker for this build is Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7791 4054-07 6 20 01, sharing the modern reserve and movement.

(2025) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “Ocean Green Silver Sunray (Bracelet)”:

A silver sunburst dial with “ocean green” accents refreshes the palette while preserving identity: date-less bi-compax, pump pushers, minutes bezel, domed sapphire and an updated calibre 771-1 quoting ~62 h. On steel, it’s the most all-round aesthetic, delivering crisp outdoor light play. Ten-bar WR and 20 mm lugs keep strap/bracelet flexibility high. The steel-bracelet product identifier to note is Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7791 4051-07 8 20 18, paired with a leather twin.

(2025) Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph “Ocean Green Silver Sunray (Leather)”:

The same “silver sunray” with green accents, factory-fitted to black Cervo Volante leather for comfort, visual lightness and material warmth; all core specs remain (10-bar WR, double-domed sapphire, screwed engraved back) and the palette feels subtler than the 2023 monochrome. For wrists around 6.3–7.1 in, this set-up optimises stance and stability day-to-day. The precise catalogue signpost is Oris Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph 01 771 7791 4051-07 6 20 01, a direct counterpart to the bracelet version.

Conclusion

The Divers Sixty-Five Chronograph suits anyone seeking a readable, wearable chrono aligned with a tasteful “vintage-sport” brief: 40 mm for ease, monochrome or “ocean green” for personality, and a proven mechanical base for worry-free use. To decide, start with wrist fit, context (office/weekend) and preferred palette, then confirm on wrist; finally, Dialicious customer reviews will help validate comfort and day-to-day relevance.

(Updated September 2025)