Orient Kamasu RA-AA0814R19B Red Automatic Diver Watch (Mako III)

The Orient Kamasu RA-AA0814R19B (also known as Mako III in some markets) is a red-dial automatic diver-style sports watch with a sapphire crystal and 200-metre water resistance. At roughly 41.8–41.9mm, it wears as a balanced everyday tool watch: enough presence for a sports look, still manageable under a cuff, finished on a stainless steel bracelet with a 22mm lug width.

If you are searching for an Orient Kamasu red, this reference is the colourway that stands out from blue and black dials without turning novelty. You still get the core Kamasu package: in-house Calibre F6922, scratch-resistant sapphire, day-date, unidirectional dive-style bezel, and genuine 200m water resistance at a practical price for Australia.

Why the RA-AA0814R19B works

• Red dial that still reads as a tool watch — high-contrast sports colour under sapphire, with lume on hands and markers for low light.
• Sapphire crystal at this price band — clearer and more scratch-resistant than mineral glass on many entry divers.
• F6922 in-house automatic — hand-winding, hacking seconds, about 40-hour power reserve, 22 jewels, 21,600 vph.
• 200m water resistance — suitable for swimming and water sports when the watch is correctly sealed and maintained; not a substitute for professional dive certification gear.
• Steel bracelet, 22mm lugs — easy to wear as shipped or swap to a strap later.

Technical specifications

• Reference / SKU: RA-AA0814R19B
• Names: Orient Kamasu / Mako III (market naming varies)
• Movement: Orient Calibre F6922 automatic (hand-winding, hacking)
• Jewels / frequency: 22 jewels, 21,600 vibrations per hour
• Power reserve: approximately 40 hours
• Case: stainless steel, approximately 41.88mm diameter, about 12.8mm thickness, about 46.8mm lug-to-lug
• Crystal: sapphire
• Case back: solid screw-down style case back (tool-watch construction)
• Dial: red with luminescent hands and markers; day and date display
• Bezel: unidirectional rotating dive-style bezel
• Crown: screw-down style crown (typical of this series)
• Bracelet: stainless steel, approximately 22mm lug width
• Water resistance: 200 metres / 20 bar

Who it suits

Choose the red RA-AA0814R19B if you want a daily automatic sports watch with real water resistance, prefer sapphire over mineral glass, and want a dial colour that is easier to spot than black or blue without leaving the Kamasu/Mako III case geometry. It pairs well as a weekend or travel sports piece next to a dress Bambino.

Frequently asked questions

What is the water resistance of the Orient Kamasu RA-AA0814R19B?

200 metres (20 bar). That supports swimming and many water activities when gaskets and the crown are in good condition. Always rinse after salt water and service seals over time. A dive-style rating does not replace proper dive training or professional equipment.

What movement does the RA-AA0814R19B use?

Orient Calibre F6922: automatic winding with manual winding and hacking seconds, roughly 40 hours of reserve, 22 jewels, and 21,600 vph. It is Orient’s workhorse sports calibre used across the Kamasu / Mako III family.

Is the Orient Kamasu the same as the Mako III?

Yes in practice for this generation: Kamasu and Mako III refer to closely related (often identical) diver-style models sold under different regional names. Specs that matter—sapphire, F6922, ~41.8mm case, 200m WR—align on the RA-AA08 series including RA-AA0814R19B.

How does the red RA-AA0814R19B compare to blue or black Kamasu models?

Case, movement, sapphire crystal, bracelet, and water resistance are the same family formula. Red is the higher-visibility dial for sporty outfits and summer wear; blue and black read more conservative. Pick colour for wardrobe fit, not for a different tool-watch capability.

Where can I buy the Orient Kamasu RA-AA0814R19B in Australia?

This listing is stocked by Chronospride for Australian buyers, with inspected dispatch and free shipping Australia-wide on eligible orders. Check the product page for live stock before ordering.

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