Just when I thought of buying it what it seems a nice looking watch, orient always dissapoint me with their too large case sizes for small wrists! Wish this was either 38mm/39mm with lug to lug 44mm
Second version looks so much better than first one! Nice design, cool and elegant look, universal case size and some technical improvements - I like it!
i bought the black case and the steel case with the dark green face. took both apart and put the green face in the black case like it should have been done at the factory. perfection..!
Loved the review so much I purchased one for my own modest collection. The defender 2 punches way above its weight. Accuracy of the movement is reasonable, the look is fantastic, and the super-luminova used by orient has improved markedly. It is easy to read time at night and the light lasts throughout the evening. Legibility is fantastic. The date window is clear and easy to read and the day of week dial is a nice touch. For triple the cost of this watch, you’ll be hard to find a better watch. I have a larger wrist so the 42mm size is not an issue. This watch (and the Kamasu) has made me rethink keeping some of my more expensive pieces and trimming down my collection considerably. Great review as always. You’re always on point and the efficacy makes your videos a pleasure to watch.
Great review Teddy. Thank you. I've gone from zero Orients to two in a very short time. I got a flieger style quartz with a busy dial and a Bambino. I'm just checking the love that the Defender 2 is getting on the channels. That certainly does have a kind of stealth military vibe about it. Thank you from England. 🙋🏽♂️👍⌚
Greetings from Malaysia and I love this simple review of the Defender II. It is a nice simple watch. Simplicity is the way to go. Great review again. Cheers and take care.
I've had this in black for 6-8 months, my first watch. Slapped it on a black NATO with grey stripes. So many good things going on with this watch. Simple, clean dial. Day wheel + date window is a cool combo. No "Water Resist" on the dial. The original Defender has a lot of quirky features, like 3:30 crown, 6:00 date window, and the dial is arranged differently. The Gen II is a bit more standard but still very unique.
Bought this model before I saw this video. This watch fills a blank in my collection nicely. I especially like the "continuous" second hand sweep and the fact that you have a manual winding option. I don't mind winding daily at all since I have a moderately-sized collection and dislike having to reset automatics that require daily wearing to keep running. Note that even with a wrist size of 7" I found that the supplied strap is too long. I immediately ordered a replacement strap of similar material and color that fits my wrist. Good quality as Orient is owned by Seiko Epson, a Japanese watch brand.
Very interesting watch without a doubt! I think the addition of the red tip on the second hand and 24 hour subdial really adds a nice contrast to the dial. I’m also a total sucker for watches that feature a black coating. It provides a look that is one of a kind and can make a watch feel more “stealthy”. I like how the hour markers on this watch are big enough to offer great legibility, but also don’t seem out of place or too large. It seems at this point orient has such a wide variety of designs, if one is not to your taste you most likely will be able to find one from within the catalogue that is to your taste and fits your style!
I bought this watch a after seeing this review and i'm very happy with it. It runs 5 to 6 sec faster a day, sits great on the wrist with that NATO strap so allround a great value for money watch if you like Field watches ;)
Hello, love the channel! Just picked this up. This is the first wind watch I have in my collection. How will I know when this is fully wound. Do I need to worry about over winding this and hurting the watch?
i have the blue version of this watch with brushed stainless steel case. i actually like the dial layout of the defender I better, but like the winding and hacking capabilitiy of this model. definitely a great value
There's a lot of potential for Orient to take the market by storm... So long as they don't get crazy with the prices. A field watch like the Seiko SRPG27/29, a GMT...
I will probably be getting this watch soon, I started my collection not too long ago and this one would be a nice addition to it ! I've always been a sucker for Japanese watch makers, Orient and Seiko are my current favorite.
Great watch. Not too busy but nice and useful complications. Just wondering if the IP coating adds to the durability or is just a “scratch magnet”? 🤔 Thanks for sharing. Always like to have your opinion. I’ve been waiting to press the trigger on this one. Maybe my next purchase? That or the Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 42mm (the one featured in the Avengers movie by Captain America in 2012). Any thoughts on those two (2) watches?
Should i go for Seiko SNZG K1 or Orient Defender II? It will be my first automatic watch and the first piece of my collection. I need help. 🤔 Thank you for the answers! ✌️
2 days ago I bought a steel / matte case for Orient Defender II. My question would be, at what temperature do you think it would work? Would the lubricant in it freeze at -30, -40 degrees Celsius?
Loving this watch, but why do I have an aversion when it comes to paying ~$250 and up for watches without a sapphire crystal? At what price point do you think a sapphire crystal is a must?
I have one, really nice. The watch would be an absolute killer if it was a 40mm case. 42mm is a bit big for it I feel. Not a huge deal though. I have small wrists unfortunately.
Absolutely stunning....mine runs +0.17 sec/day after one week !!!! Indeed Orient is an excellent choice !!!!❤️ The advance of the day is compensated by leaving it on 9 up at night.
Just bought this in a champagne dial. I’ll schedule a call on my next purchase. I do respect your opinion and didn’t realize you sold watches, as well as straps.
Hey Teddy, I’m torn between this one and the black/silver/black strap version. My eyes must be deceiving me but is the dial on this one you’re reviewing gray or brown? The green strap is totally throwing my eyes off. Thanks!
Great review on this piece. Very nearly picked this up several times, but something else shiny always caught my eye. However, thanks to you, I'm now looking at this version in black versus the cream/tan version. The semi-skeletonized hands really work well on this version. I really appreciate the excellent camera work in your videos.
Awesome review, thanks for doing them as always. Quick question on dimensions - I've generally seen it listed as a 42.4mm case diameter and a 49.4mm lug to lug elsewhere which is a little larger than what you have. Just wondering if you measured it yourself for the video? Small differences I know but I'm a smaller-wristed guy so every bit counts!
Seiko/Orient needs to get with it. No sapphire, no buy. This watch is sweet. You can get a sapphire dirt cheap. There is no reason to not use sapphire in general. I like this watch, but wouldn't buy it without sapphire. No sapphire is so past it.
It is too big. I have a medium to small wrist, and it is very big watch. The design of it tho, helps a little bit. But in general, I wish I knew before buing.
Hi Teddy When are you going to have an interview with the CEO’s of tissot and LONGINES and I am looking for those 2 interviews to be posted on your main TH-cam channel like you did the one with the omega.JAGDISH.
This might be a rhetorical question: can you use the 24-hour sub-dial to track a second time zone or is it purely to show the time in a 24-hour format?
This is a nice watch. I was surprised that it has a screwdown crown even though it is not a dive watch. The crown is large enough and has a secure feel. Best thing was, I got this watch for $140.
I love the the (very similar) day/night Orient dress watches. I'm just worried they'll look way too big on my tiny (just under 6") wrist since the case size is 41.5mm. Anyone have one of these and have any insights on how they fit on small wrists?
My wrist is pretty small and the watch still looks great. My only issue is the nylon band strap sticking out too far and going slightly over the top of the watch face since my wrist is small and I have to tighten the band a decent bit. A solution would be getting a different band or tucking in the strap (which I don't like the look of). Overall though, I really like the watch itself.
the older version had better style. Such a pity it also had a low-grade movement inside. If I had to choose between the two, however, I would still choose the older version
I like the watch, too bad that the back part of the hour and minutes hands are too long and obtrusive over the round dials. Those hands should not have any “tails”, big mistake on the design, otherwise it would be an amazing watch!
My defender two is nothing to write home about accuracy. Its more then a minute fast/24h. My cheap Invivta and the Pagani with less fancy movements are all within 5 sec/24 hours. Disappointed !
Very very nice watch. I hate to be gingerist (but I'm going to be here), are you convinced that your hairy ginger guy is the best choice for modelling watches? I'm sure he's a really nice guy, and I really don't mean to offend him, but why did I feel guilty for not donating to the last rainforest campaign? For the record I'm a balding old Fatboy with a grey beard. You can call me any names you like and I won't be offended. Anyway, thank you for sharing this new classic. Peace
It's outrageous, isn't it? Just because other minorities ( or just 1?) have been given more focus the gingas want their's too. I actually think Mr B is utilizing lighting & hair dye to cover an unsavoury truth ( understandably).I'm equal opps. , as long as the gingas accept their colouring reflects their higher % neanderthal DNA.
I'd honestly prefer a Solar Quartz as well over the mechanical ones... I'd recommend to you the CITIZEN Solar series as well, definitely worth it as well!
Your macro shots are incredible, and really shows Orients attention to detail at its best.
Thanks my friend! The macro lens can make brands multiples of the price look bad. Orient's finishing is incredibly well done for the price.
Just bought this as my first real watch. Can't wait to get it and start my collection.
Congrats! Welcome to the cool kids table!
Same here!
How are you liking it?
@@Cludo_ I still love it, looks brand new no complaints. I think I even like it more with time.
I’m considering this as my first watch as well. Just concerned about it’s size. I have a 6.5 inch wrist. But man do I love this watch.
Just when I thought of buying it what it seems a nice looking watch, orient always dissapoint me with their too large case sizes for small wrists! Wish this was either 38mm/39mm with lug to lug 44mm
Second version looks so much better than first one! Nice design, cool and elegant look, universal case size and some technical improvements - I like it!
i bought the black case and the steel case with the dark green face. took both apart and put the green face in the black case like it should have been done at the factory. perfection..!
Loved the review so much I purchased one for my own modest collection. The defender 2 punches way above its weight. Accuracy of the movement is reasonable, the look is fantastic, and the super-luminova used by orient has improved markedly. It is easy to read time at night and the light lasts throughout the evening. Legibility is fantastic. The date window is clear and easy to read and the day of week dial is a nice touch. For triple the cost of this watch, you’ll be hard to find a better watch. I have a larger wrist so the 42mm size is not an issue. This watch (and the Kamasu) has made me rethink keeping some of my more expensive pieces and trimming down my collection considerably. Great review as always. You’re always on point and the efficacy makes your videos a pleasure to watch.
Great review Teddy. Thank you. I've gone from zero Orients to two in a very short time. I got a flieger style quartz with a busy dial and a Bambino. I'm just checking the love that the Defender 2 is getting on the channels. That certainly does have a kind of stealth military vibe about it. Thank you from England. 🙋🏽♂️👍⌚
Greetings from Malaysia and I love this simple review of the Defender II. It is a nice simple watch. Simplicity is the way to go. Great review again. Cheers and take care.
Awesome Teddy! Love this watch. Do you have any idea where I could purchae it present day? running into a bit of an issue. Thank you so much!
I've had this in black for 6-8 months, my first watch. Slapped it on a black NATO with grey stripes. So many good things going on with this watch. Simple, clean dial. Day wheel + date window is a cool combo. No "Water Resist" on the dial. The original Defender has a lot of quirky features, like 3:30 crown, 6:00 date window, and the dial is arranged differently. The Gen II is a bit more standard but still very unique.
Bought this model before I saw this video. This watch fills a blank in my collection nicely. I especially like the "continuous" second hand sweep and the fact that you have a manual winding option. I don't mind winding daily at all since I have a moderately-sized collection and dislike having to reset automatics that require daily wearing to keep running. Note that even with a wrist size of 7" I found that the supplied strap is too long. I immediately ordered a replacement strap of similar material and color that fits my wrist. Good quality as Orient is owned by Seiko Epson, a Japanese watch brand.
Very interesting watch without a doubt!
I think the addition of the red tip on the second hand and 24 hour subdial really adds a nice contrast to the dial.
I’m also a total sucker for watches that feature a black coating. It provides a look that is one of a kind and can make a watch feel more “stealthy”.
I like how the hour markers on this watch are big enough to offer great legibility, but also don’t seem out of place or too large.
It seems at this point orient has such a wide variety of designs, if one is not to your taste you most likely will be able to find one from within the catalogue that is to your taste and fits your style!
I bought this watch a after seeing this review and i'm very happy with it. It runs 5 to 6 sec faster a day, sits great on the wrist with that NATO strap so allround a great value for money watch if you like Field watches ;)
Hello, love the channel! Just picked this up. This is the first wind watch I have in my collection. How will I know when this is fully wound. Do I need to worry about over winding this and hurting the watch?
i have the blue version of this watch with brushed stainless steel case. i actually like the dial layout of the defender I better, but like the winding and hacking capabilitiy of this model. definitely a great value
There's a lot of potential for Orient to take the market by storm... So long as they don't get crazy with the prices. A field watch like the Seiko SRPG27/29, a GMT...
I will probably be getting this watch soon, I started my collection not too long ago and this one would be a nice addition to it ! I've always been a sucker for Japanese watch makers, Orient and Seiko are my current favorite.
Just bought one black case olive green nato strap very nice big time orient watch collector and fan now is the time buy my 1st orient star
Gorgeous practical inexpensive watch, and Orient movements are accurate.
Just bought this watch off your site. Ive been wanting it for a while now and finally pulled the trigger.
I was in the market for a military field type watch but nothing really grabbed me. This might be it.
Great watch. Not too busy but nice and useful complications.
Just wondering if the IP coating adds to the durability or is just a “scratch magnet”? 🤔
Thanks for sharing. Always like to have your opinion. I’ve been waiting to press the trigger on this one. Maybe my next purchase?
That or the Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic 42mm (the one featured in the Avengers movie by Captain America in 2012).
Any thoughts on those two (2) watches?
Should i go for Seiko SNZG K1 or Orient Defender II? It will be my first automatic watch and the first piece of my collection. I need help. 🤔 Thank you for the answers! ✌️
2 days ago I bought a steel / matte case for Orient Defender II. My question would be, at what temperature do you think it would work? Would the lubricant in it freeze at -30, -40 degrees Celsius?
Loving this watch, but why do I have an aversion when it comes to paying ~$250 and up for watches without a sapphire crystal? At what price point do you think a sapphire crystal is a must?
I have one, really nice. The watch would be an absolute killer if it was a 40mm case. 42mm is a bit big for it I feel. Not a huge deal though. I have small wrists unfortunately.
I realize I am kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good site to watch new movies online?
@Jude Dash Flixportal :)
@Braylen Wyatt thanks, I signed up and it seems to work =) Appreciate it!
@Jude Dash Happy to help :D
What size is your wrist? I’m at about 6.5” and I’ve been eyeing one of these up.
Hey was looking at this for my first watch would you say it's a good pick or should I go fancy?
Absolutely stunning....mine runs +0.17 sec/day after one week !!!! Indeed Orient is an excellent choice !!!!❤️ The advance of the day is compensated by leaving it on 9 up at night.
Congrats Teddy!! I love this watch it is a great value for money. I will add it to my collection. Saludos desde México.
Thank you Teddy, I just bought one after thoroughly watching this review.
Just bought this in a champagne dial. I’ll schedule a call on my next purchase. I do respect your opinion and didn’t realize you sold watches, as well as straps.
Hey Teddy, I’m torn between this one and the black/silver/black strap version. My eyes must be deceiving me but is the dial on this one you’re reviewing gray or brown? The green strap is totally throwing my eyes off. Thanks!
This video definitely closed the deal for me, thank you Teddy
Great review on this piece. Very nearly picked this up several times, but something else shiny always caught my eye. However, thanks to you, I'm now looking at this version in black versus the cream/tan version. The semi-skeletonized hands really work well on this version. I really appreciate the excellent camera work in your videos.
Happy to help, Garth. Thanks for watching!
Why ppl said 42 is too big? I think its a perfect sized watch.. 38mm is kinda small for me..
Hello! great video, helped me to choose this watch. Is it possible to replace the crystal with sapphire crystal? Thanks for answer :)
Jum
I bought a seiko snk809 and I'm thinking about returning it an getting this
Excepetional work as always, Teddy.
Thanks my friend!
Awesome review, thanks for doing them as always. Quick question on dimensions - I've generally seen it listed as a 42.4mm case diameter and a 49.4mm lug to lug elsewhere which is a little larger than what you have. Just wondering if you measured it yourself for the video? Small differences I know but I'm a smaller-wristed guy so every bit counts!
Which do you think is a better all around watch the defender or the orient pilot watch?
Hey Teddy! Great review, as usual :)
Do you ship worldwide or US only? Thanks 🙂
Hi Sam, as of right now I just ship to US and Canada for Orient. I am working on getting some international distribution in place.
Hi Teddy,
Thx for the reply :) will wait for it then 👍
Getting this for my birthday. ☺️☺️
Orient makes pretty watches. Between them and Seiko I can't go wrong
Seiko/Orient needs to get with it. No sapphire, no buy. This watch is sweet. You can get a sapphire dirt cheap. There is no reason to not use sapphire in general. I like this watch, but wouldn't buy it without sapphire. No sapphire is so past it.
Lovely looking watch. The only thing I don't like is Orient's logo. It looks cheap. It would be better if they only kept letters.
Orient defender II or seiko snk809? My wrist is 7 inch. Can't decide.
It is too big. I have a medium to small wrist, and it is very big watch. The design of it tho, helps a little bit. But in general, I wish I knew before buing.
The design of Orient watches is the middle of Seiko and Citizen, so pick one if you want some thing different. 😊
I have a problem. Just bought that watch and the The snk809..
My wirst is about 16.3 mm and i don’t know If the orient defender 2 is GoodNotes for me.
So the sub dial is just a 24hr reference of local time, not a gmt / independent 2nd time zone? what a pity!
Hi Teddy When are you going to have an interview with the CEO’s of tissot and LONGINES and I am looking for those 2 interviews to be posted on your main TH-cam channel like you did the one with the omega.JAGDISH.
Hi! The movement in this watch is an improved 48743 movement? Tks.
Hi Teddy. Does it has GMT function?
This might be a rhetorical question: can you use the 24-hour sub-dial to track a second time zone or is it purely to show the time in a 24-hour format?
It can not be used to track a second time zone as it is not adjustable, but rotates automatically as the the minutes and hour hands also rotate.
@@pedromonteiro6043 Thanks!
Looks a little with the Orient Navigator Aviation watch.
does anyone know the reference number for the second watch - the all black one
in stock?
Excellent, but I prefer to orient pilot ra-ac0h03b10b 😎
I think that the hand indicating the day is too long and covers the three letters...
Good job Teddy!
Thanks Charles!
Best channel Teddy!
This is a nice watch. I was surprised that it has a screwdown crown even though it is not a dive watch. The crown is large enough and has a secure feel. Best thing was, I got this watch for $140.
The original layout was cleaner and better I think. But I got the two because of the hacking. I can't stand non-hacking.
I preferred the v1
I love the the (very similar) day/night Orient dress watches. I'm just worried they'll look way too big on my tiny (just under 6") wrist since the case size is 41.5mm. Anyone have one of these and have any insights on how they fit on small wrists?
My wrist is pretty small and the watch still looks great. My only issue is the nylon band strap sticking out too far and going slightly over the top of the watch face since my wrist is small and I have to tighten the band a decent bit. A solution would be getting a different band or tucking in the strap (which I don't like the look of). Overall though, I really like the watch itself.
the older version had better style. Such a pity it also had a low-grade movement inside. If I had to choose between the two, however, I would still choose the older version
I like the watch, too bad that the back part of the hour and minutes hands are too long and obtrusive over the round dials. Those hands should not have any “tails”, big mistake on the design, otherwise it would be an amazing watch!
I need a watch with a nato strap
Hi
Can we put leather straps on it
Yes you can. All you need is a spring bar tool. I have some on my site.
My defender two is nothing to write home about accuracy. Its more then a minute fast/24h. My cheap Invivta and the Pagani with less fancy movements are all within 5 sec/24 hours. Disappointed !
Very very nice watch. I hate to be gingerist (but I'm going to be here), are you convinced that your hairy ginger guy is the best choice for modelling watches? I'm sure he's a really nice guy, and I really don't mean to offend him, but why did I feel guilty for not donating to the last rainforest campaign?
For the record I'm a balding old Fatboy with a grey beard. You can call me any names you like and I won't be offended.
Anyway, thank you for sharing this new classic.
Peace
It's outrageous, isn't it? Just because other minorities ( or just 1?) have been given more focus the gingas want their's too.
I actually think Mr B is utilizing lighting & hair dye to cover an unsavoury truth ( understandably).I'm equal opps. , as long as the gingas accept their colouring reflects their higher % neanderthal DNA.
@@jaysterling26 ;)
Great video
Thanks, Willam!
The orient do the make this in solar
I'd honestly prefer a Solar Quartz as well over the mechanical ones...
I'd recommend to you the CITIZEN Solar series as well, definitely worth it as well!