Oris Introduces New 29mm Big Crown Pointer Date
Oris has introduced a new 29mm version of its Big Crown Pointer Date, offering the same iconic design in a much smaller case suitable for slimmer wrists. The watch retains the stainless‑steel case, fluted bezel, and distinctive pointer date, but features a more compact 29mm diameter, 11.4mm thickness, and a 35.5mm lug‑to‑lug measurement. It is powered by the Oris 534 automatic movement, a 25.6mm calibre derived from the ETA 2671, delivering a 42‑hour power reserve and a 4 Hz beat rate, while the sapphire caseback provides a view of the mechanism and 50 m water resistance. Two dial options are available—a black dial with silver hands or a rose‑gold‑toned dial with orange‑rose hands—paired with either leather straps or stainless‑steel bracelets with butterfly folding clasps, priced at CHF 1,950 for the strap version and CHF 2,150 for the bracelet. The release marks a rare effort to create a genuinely wearable ladies’ size without resorting to typical “shrink‑and‑pink” conventions, offering a well‑proportioned watch that maintains the brand’s aesthetic integrity. While the author admits personal disinterest in wearing such a small piece, the watch is praised for its thoughtful design, quality movement, and the novelty of providing a high‑end, compact pointer‑date option for a broader audience. Availability is immediate, and the piece is not a limited edition, positioning it as a practical addition to Oris’s lineup rather than a hype‑driven collector’s item.
Buying Time Analysis: The story highlights Oris’s significant step toward inclusivity by introducing a well‑crafted 29mm Big Crown Pointer Date, proving that high‑quality watchmaking can cater to smaller wrists without resorting to gimmicks, thus setting a precedent for thoughtful, gender‑neutral design in the industry.
