Orient RA-AA0009L Men's Kano Stainless Steel Blue Bezel Blue Dial Automatic Dive Watch

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Inside the Kano beats the Orient F6922 caliber, a precise, reliable, and in-house automatic mechanical movement. If you’re one for a simple yet sporty looking dial, this is one to consider. A flat deep green sunburst face and rectangular markers are basically what makes up the dial of this watch. A printed chapter ring continues the simplicity of the design and ensures no alignment issues. According to the manufacturer, this movement has a precision of -15 to +25 seconds per day, but many users have reported that their watches are much more accurate, with a range of -1 to +5 seconds per day.

The bracelet is also smooth and comfortable to wear and this is helped by the use of a stamped clasp which I feel helps reduce the weight of the bracelet. Of course a milled clasp is desirable but I never felt this clasp wasn’t solid enough for its intended use. We even get 4 micro adjust holes which is more than some OEM bracelets found on watches twice the price. I’m looking at you Hamilton. Overall, although this bracelet isn’t as solid feeling as aftermarket options that cost as much as half the watch, I don’t feel any less confident about using it for everyday rigours. But if it really isn’t to your liking, the 22mm lug width offers you an abundance of third party options. These hour markers also incorporate a generous amount of luminescent material, making the time more legible in low-light conditions.Would I wear it? I’d want to see how the bracelet is, but from what I’m seeing here, sure, I would. The Orient Kano is a relatively new model line having only been released in 2019. This watch effectively fills the gap for an updated, larger sized entry-level dive watch. On paper, it seems like Orient just produced a larger Mako/Ray. Its execution however, which I will go through in this review, is what really impressed me. This is not simply just an upsized Mako/Ray and I will explain why in a bit. Furthermore, as we’ll see below, the build quality and materials are on par with the best Japanese dive watches, something Orient has ample experience in. ➤ Case

Currently, there are many different models of the Orient Kano available. Let’s take a closer look at each one. What makes each model unique? The day and date window on the watch does not have a frame but is separated from the rest of the dial by a pair of thin lines above and below it. The crystal on this Orient diver is mineral glass and is slightly recessed into the bezel, providing good protection. The Orient Kano comes with either a rubber strap or stainless steel bracelet, depending on the model, both designed to fit 22 mm lugs. Additionally, the lug-to-lug measurement is 50 mm, which makes the watch appear even larger and more voluminous on the wrist.Don’t be fooled by the -15/+25spd accuracy specification because more often than not you’ll find these running well within these specifications. In my experience, all my Orients with these movements typically run within the range of +0/+15spd. This is quite a bit better than other watches I’ve had around this price range and easily gets close to watches that cost two to three times as much. As far as summertime-ready dive watches go, the Orient Kano looks to fit the bill. You’ve got an almost-oversized steel case and mineral crystal protecting that Epson movement (the same F6922 that’s in the Kamasu), with a reasonably-svelte 12.9mm height. This means, particularly on the bracelet, the watch will be ready for some summertime gatherings that are leaning more towards the formal. It also looks like it will be a solid platform to start playing around with some more robust textile strap options as well. Basically, the differences lie in the combination of colors and the strap in some cases. Here are all the models: The crystal is flat mineral glass. It sits a fraction lower than the edge of the bezel. This may provide some protection if the watch ended up face down on a smooth flat surface. Due to its size, some people with small or medium-sized wrists may not enjoy the sensations this watch imparts.

We have sword hands that match the assertiveness of the rectangular markers and a slender polished seconds hand adds a touch of elegance to the dial. I’m quite happy to see that the minute and seconds hands do extend right to the chapter ring which is something we don’t always see on larger sized entry-level watches. It’s not a bad thing that this watch bears a resemblance to past successes, as it’s intended to resemble retro diving watches from other times. It is not as scratch-resistant as sapphire crystal, but it offers good visibility and is easier to repair or polish. It is also more affordable if eventual replacement is needed.This movement is exactly the same as the one found in more expensive watches from the brand, such as the Orient Mako II or the Kamasu. The bracelet is all brushed stainless steel. 21.7mm at the lugs tapering to 20mm. The clasp is a foldover with a push button release. There are 4 micro-adjust holes allowing the bracelet to be sized exactly. With one link removed my watch and bracelet weighs 172g. The Orient logo is on the clasp.