Oris Aquis Whale Shark Limited Edition Discontinued

About This Watch

The Oris Aquis Whale Shark Limited Edition is among the most distinctive watches in the Aquis collection, featuring a dial texture inspired by the unique spotted skin pattern of the whale shark — the ocean's gentle giants. Limited to 2,016 pieces (representing the year the Whale Shark and Ocean Foundation was established), this GMT variant uses the unique dial texture to create a talking-point timepiece that also supports marine conservation. The grey dial is embossed with an irregular dot pattern that faithfully replicates the whale shark's dermal denticle pattern, creating a three-dimensional surface that catches light in constantly changing ways. Beyond its visual appeal, this texture serves as a conversation starter that connects the wearer to the conservation mission — Oris donated a portion of proceeds to whale shark research and protection programs in Southeast Asia. The GMT complication adds practical travel functionality to the conservation story, with the independently adjustable hour hand and bidirectional 24-hour ceramic bezel enabling simultaneous tracking of up to three time zones. The caseback features a detailed engraving of a whale shark, adding a commemorative element that reinforces the limited-edition status. On the secondary market, the Whale Shark has appreciated above its retail price, driven by the combination of limited availability, distinctive dial, and growing collector interest in conservation-themed watches. This is a watch that proves luxury timepieces can serve a purpose beyond personal adornment.