Oris Revives ProPilot Calibre 111 Over a Decade Later
The Oris ProPilot Calibre 111 returns after more than a decade, reviving the brand’s distinctive hand‑wound movement with a 10‑day power reserve. The new version keeps the core architecture of the original 2015 model while reducing the case diameter to 43 mm and the thickness to 13.2 mm, improving wearability. It features a vertically brushed dial available in black or pine‑green, with Super‑LumiNova‑filled Arabic numerals, a non‑linear power‑reserve indicator, small seconds at 9 o’clock, and a date window at 6 o’clock. The watch is offered with a dark brown Cordovan leather strap or a 316L stainless‑steel bracelet, both equipped with Oris’s “LIFT” folding clasp and a fine‑adjustment system. Priced at CHF 5,900 with the leather strap and CHF 6,100 with the steel bracelet, the ProPilot Calibre 111 combines a robust in‑house manual‑wind movement (21,600 vph, 37 jewels) with a sapphire crystal case back that showcases the caliber. Its 20 mm lug spacing, fluted bezel, and oversized, screw‑down crown emphasize its pilot heritage while delivering 100 meters of water resistance. The watch comes in a special black wooden presentation box and includes a five‑year warranty with MyOris registration.
Buying Time Analysis: This story highlights the significance of reviving Oris’s iconic hand‑wound Calibre 111, showcasing a decade‑long evolution that brings improved wearability, a 10‑day power reserve, and refined design to reaffirm the brand’s commitment to in‑house mechanical excellence.
