BIG CROWN POINTER DATE CALIBRE 403

The Big Crown Pointer Date has been a part of Oris’ lineup since 1938, but this new model featuring their in-house caliber 403 is perhaps the most important since the original. A signature concept, since its creation the watch has always featured an oversized crown for ease-of-use, and a pointer date complication, which sets it apart from standard date windows. The design of the new model is timeless, with a language that could have been plucked from anywhere over the duration of Oris’ existence, but what is within is entirely new.

Featuring a 38mm case, it rides right between 40mm and 36mm models of the previous generation, finding a sweet spot for an everyday, business-casual timepiece. At just 45.7mm long and 12.2mm thick, it’s comfortable all day and can easily fit under a shirt sleeve. The dial steals the show, however, with gorgeous hour numerals in a bold type set against a gloss surface. A railroad index divides the dial between time and date, while a small seconds hand quietly ticks away at six.

Inside of the Big Crown Pointer Date is the caliber 403, which is part of Oris’ new generation of in-house movements with impressive specs. This automatic caliber features 24-jewels, small seconds, pointer date, a frequency of 28,800 bph, and a massive 120-hour/5-day power reserve. Additionally, it has been regulated to within -3/+5 seconds a day. By removing many ferrous components, Oris was able to achieve high magnetic resistance, adding to overall durability. Thanks to a design that put efficiency and longevity at the forefront, Oris warranties the movement for 10 years and recommends a 10-year service interval.