In 1938, Oris introduced a pioneering watch for pilots. It had an oversized crown so that glove-wearing airmen could easily adjust it, and an unusual display of the date with a central pointer hand. Eight decades later, the Big Crown Pointer Date continues the lineage that has become one of the most recognizable Oris designs.
To mark the 80th anniversary of this landmark watch, Oris has created the Big Crown Pointer Date 80th Anniversary Edition, a special piece with a 40mm case, fluted bezel and oversized crown cast in bronze, and a striking green dial. Oris has chosen bronze for the case material in part because of its current popularity, but also because it’s a utilitarian material that matches the brand’s industrial approach to watchmaking. Bronze takes on a natural patina over time so that each watch will take on a unique finish as it is worn. And as a natural color code for bronze, the deep green of the dial also has a natural feel, complementing the 40mm buff tone case. A double domed sapphire covers the dial, with a mineral crystal exhibition back showing off the automatic movement within. Retail price is right at $2,000 and it looks like they are holding their value very well in the secondary market. More details at www.oris.ch
