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Oris Watches - Real Watches For Real People
Designed for extreme outdoor sports, these powerful watches have distinguished Swiss watchmaking skills to their credit. With over 100 years of legacy in fine watchmaking, Oris has managed to build a niche of its own. Established in 1904, the first workshop was set up in the Swiss region of Holstein. Their watches are purely mechanical, consisting of a red rotor which is the symbol of Oris mechanicals. This red rotor is a registered trademark and symbolises the natural power that fuels the watches.
Fiercely independent, Oris was briefly acquired by the ASUAG group, later known as the Swatch Group. During the ‘Quartz Crisis’ when mechanical watches were being overtaken by more affordable quartz movements, Oris went through a rough patch. After a management buyout, Oris decided to produce only mechanical watches and has been an independent brand since. Post the buyout, Oris has produced in-house movements like the Calibre 110, a movement with a pure, industrial look. Whereas, the Calibre 400 is a technical milestone with a five-day power reserve and elevated levels of anti-magnetism.
Apart from their watchmaking prowess and the addition of the PET plastic recycling process in a few of their products, Oris is also known for their ‘Change for the better days’ movement. A movement run by Oris sustainability ambassadors, it helps in creating a better world for the future by cleaning the beaches, roads, and parks.
Oris is closely associated with the Jazz world; their limited edition timepieces have paid a tribute to the trumpet maestro Miles Davis. Sticking to their philosophy of ‘keeping time’, Oris also paid a tribute to the Jazz drummer, Art Blakey with their special edition timepieces.
Each timepiece is a combination of useful complications and functional designs which are made available to the target audience at affordable prices. Oris watches are extremely popular and have adorned the wrists of many celebrities from formula one, diving, jazz and aviation. They have created the finest of mechanical watches that cater to all outdoor enthusiasts. The watches are subdivided into categories like motorsport, aviation, culture and diving. The designing of watches is done, keeping in mind the mission to achieve perfection and excellence. With a passion to be innovative, both in design and technology, they have managed to attain greater heights. Oris offers 7 distinct collections known as, Aquis, Divers, Big Crown, Propilot, PropilotX, Rectangular, and Artelier.
Divers & Aquis
Diving can be a tough sport, even for the toughest of the timepieces. Oris brings you a collection of watches that can survive the brutal intricacies of the ocean. Offering real-world functionality, Oris’s diver’s collection offers high-performance, superior materials and functions that exceed the expectations of many.
One such example of innovation is the Aquis Date, a timepiece whose dial is made by the PET plastic recycling process that produces random patterns. Each timepiece is unique in its own way and contributes to a sustainable manufacturing process.
The Divers Sixty-Five looks back to Oris’s first diver’s watches, particularly an iconic 1965 model. Under their vintage aesthetic, the new pieces are engineered using state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.
ProPilot
During the 1910s, Oris created the first series of Pilot’s watches. The advent of aviation was in the books and Oris wanted to create something for the men with wings.
Big Crown
The Big Crown collection was introduced in 1938 and is Oris’s signature model. Oris still absorbs a lot of inspiration from this design.
The Big Crown, one of Oris’s signature designs, was first introduced in 1938 and continues to inspire the collection today.
Artelier
The Artelier is a collection of timepieces that perfectly demonstrates the commitment Oris has towards heritage and innovation. The in-house movements and unique materials are one way to describe this collection.
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Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)
What is special about Oris?
Oris is a Swiss watchmaking brand with over 100 years of experience under its belt. With years of expertise in watchmaking, Oris delivers the quality and precision of an independent brand. The emphasis on being independent defines the soul of the brand. Apart from being independent, the brand is also known for its association with the jazz world.
Which are the most popular Oris collections in India?
The most popular Oris collections in India are:
Which are the most popular Oris watches for men in India?
The most popular Oris watches for men in India are:
Which are the most popular Oris watches for women in India?
The most popular Oris watches for women in India are:
Where can I get my Oris watch serviced?
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