The Orient SAA02001 (commonly known as the "Mako II") is the updated evolution of one of the most popular affordable dive watches ever made. This model improves upon the legendary original Mako by streamlining the design and upgrading the internal mechanics, making it a robust and reliable companion for divers and desk-divers alike. The watch features a matte Black Dial with the signature "Mako" layout: bold Arabic numerals at 12, 6, and 9, combined with stick indices and sword-style hands. This specific configuration distinguishes it from the "Ray" models, offering a slightly more formal and versatile look. A unidirectional rotating bezel with a black aluminum insert surrounds the dial, featuring a luminous pip at the zero mark for tracking elapsed time. Significant upgrades in this "Version 2" include the removal of the separate day-change pusher at 2 o'clock, resulting in a cleaner, more symmetrical case profile. Inside, it is powered by the in-house Caliber F6922 automatic movement, which adds highly requested hacking (seconds-hand halt) and hand-winding capabilities. Housed in a 41.5mm stainless steel case with a screw-down crown and caseback, the Mako II boasts a legitimate 200-meter water resistance rating, ensuring it is built for serious aquatic activity.
