The history of watchmaking is filled with iconic models, but few represent such an important moment for a brand as the new Oris Star Edition. Released to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the original Oris Star, this new edition combines vintage styling, classic proportions, and deep historical significance within Swiss watchmaking.
Inspired by the aesthetics of the 1960s, the Oris Star Edition does not try to follow oversized modern trends. Instead, it embraces retro elegance while honoring one of the most important chapters in the brand’s history.
A retro design full of personality
One of the most distinctive features of the Oris Star Edition is its 35 mm barrel-shaped stainless steel case. Its compact dimensions give the watch a refined and classic presence that feels true to mid-century watch design. The plexi crystal further enhances its vintage character, adding warmth and nostalgic charm that modern materials often struggle to replicate.
The grey dial keeps the look clean and balanced, while the retro-inspired details reinforce the historical identity of the original 1966 model. A leather strap completes the package perfectly, matching the watch’s timeless and elegant personality.
Thanks to its size and styling, the watch works naturally as a unisex piece, reflecting the growing appreciation for smaller and more classic watch proportions.
An automatic movement with traditional spirit
Inside the Oris Star Edition is the automatic Caliber 733-1, a movement that delivers a 41-hour power reserve and operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz). Alongside its central hours, minutes, and seconds display, the watch also features an instantaneous date window, date corrector, and stop-second function for more precise time setting.
The watch is also water resistant to 5 bar (50 meters), making it suitable for everyday wear while maintaining its elegant, heritage-focused identity.
The watch that marked a new beginning for Oris
Beyond its specifications, the true value of the Oris Star Edition lies in the story it represents. In 1965, Oris successfully overturned a restrictive Swiss law that had prevented certain watchmakers from innovating freely. Once the restriction was removed, the company was finally able to develop its first lever escapement watch, introduced in 1966 as the Oris Star.
That moment marked a turning point for the brand, symbolizing creative freedom and a new era of technical innovation. Six decades later, the Oris Star Edition revives that spirit with a modern interpretation that stays faithful to the essence of the original.
With its blend of history, vintage design, and traditional mechanics, the new Oris Star Edition proves that some classics never stop shining.
