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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. 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 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. 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.
Additionally, the lug-to-lug measurement is 50 mm, which makes the watch appear even larger and more voluminous on the wrist. This provides a better grip, even with the crown guards flanking it, whose mission is to protect it from damage.While the hands and markers provide plenty of real estate for lume application, I was honestly hoping it would be a bit brighter than it actually is. Now don’t get me wrong as it is still on par with the lume found on the Mako and the Ray, however the size of the markers didn’t really offer as much luminescence as I had expected. It is still very useable, just that given the amount of room there is on the hands and markers, I did expect it to be a bit closer to the brightness of the Orient Stars. Visually, the case is polished on the sides and brushed on the top, a classic design feature of dive watches. 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. 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.
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. 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. At launch, the Kano already came in quite a few different flavours and certain variants have been added and removed along the way. Today this watch currently comes in the following variants:
What I’d change: Why not play around with some wilder color combos, if not on the dial, on the bezel insert? Basically, the differences lie in the combination of colors and the strap in some cases. Here are all the models: It’s not just the big, high-end brands that are on a roll releasing all manner of new watches. Some of your favorite affordable brands are also getting in on that game. In the Orient Kamasu release, the brand teased that it was just the first of their new divers. We didn’t have to wait long until we found out what the next one is – the Orient Kano was just released yesterday. Inside the Kano beats the Orient F6922 caliber, a precise, reliable, and in-house automatic mechanical movement. 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.
Much like its smaller brother, the sides and bottom of the case are mirror polished while the top of the lugs are circular brushed giving it a tool like aesthetic. The case design is pretty basic with no intricate bevelling between the two surfaces which is expected for an entry-level automatic. The dial on this watch is simple and easy to read, which is essentially what is needed in a dive watch. The hands are large and sword-shaped, with applied hour markers framed in metal.
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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?
It is also a screw-down crown, contributing to its water resistance, allowing this watch to be worn at depths of up to 200 meters. ➤ BezelNot much should be expected of bracelets in this price range, but I’m quite tempted to say I really like this one. Yes it has folded end links, a stamped clasp and isn’t particularly resistant to scratches despite being a mostly brushed finish, but that doesn’t make it a bad bracelet. These hour markers also incorporate a generous amount of luminescent material, making the time more legible in low-light conditions. 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. While not an essential element for diving, having the day of the week and date visible is quite useful in daily use.
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