Oris Big Crown Pointer Date, caliber 403 colorful mechanical watches 20-bar diver with ceramic bezel

At Watches and Wonders 2025, Oris presented a vibrant and playful collection centered around color, heritage, and accessibility. The showcase was led by Kevin K., a six-year member of the Oris team, who welcomed visitors into the brand’s warm and inclusive environment—highlighted by the presence of the iconic Oris Bear, symbolizing friendliness and emotional connection over celebrity endorsement. The booth emphasized not only technical craftsmanship but also the brand’s underlying mission: creating watches that make people smile. https://www.oris.ch/en The centerpiece of the presentation was the new 40 mm models powered by the in-house caliber 403. These watches include the Big Crown Pointer Date complication, an Oris signature dating back over 90 years, updated with contemporary finishes. The dials come in bold hues such as “funky yellow,” “raspberry red,” and “riberry blue,” drawing inspiration from seasonal fashion, interior design, and broader social trends. Each color was carefully selected by the design team to bring vibrancy to the wrist without veering into overly corporate aesthetics. Oris placed special emphasis on details like the applied indices for visual depth and a jewelry-like clasp that makes the watch both secure and comfortable. The pointer date hand encircles the dial over a full month, offering both a vintage reference and a functional element. The bright tones are designed to resonate with a lifestyle that values self-expression and ease, moving away from conservative blues toward energetic, summery palettes. In the diver segment, Oris introduced a beige-toned model equipped with a ceramic bezel and enhanced grip. Built for functionality, this model features 20-bar water resistance and a quick-change strap system. Offered at CHF 2,450, the diver includes two straps and a service-oriented approach to post-sale customization. Oris has ensured the piece remains accessible while maintaining serious dive watch credentials. Another highlight was the line of smaller 34 mm watches aimed at women, incorporating baguette-style diamond indices, skeletonized hands, and vibrant dials. These pieces blend mechanical sophistication with a playful aesthetic, featuring the same Swiss-made quality and versatility. The summer-themed models reinforce Oris’s attention to matching design with emotional resonance, not just functionality. Mechanically, many of the new models are powered by the Sellita SW200-based movement, a robust and widely serviceable caliber. While Oris has developed its own in-house movements, it continues to use reliable Swiss base movements where appropriate. This dual approach allows them to maintain price-value balance while offering global serviceability—an important factor for long-term ownership. Oris’s story, rooted in its 1904 founding in Hölstein, Switzerland, continues to inform its modern ethos. Originally started by two young watchmakers near Basel, the company has stayed independent and focused on delivering quality mechanical timepieces at fair prices. That founding vision of democratizing Swiss watchmaking persists through the collections displayed at Watches and Wonders, reinforcing their heritage without becoming beholden to it. Throughout the presentation, Oris emphasized continuity, not reinvention. By focusing on joyful design, practical complications, and reliable construction, the brand remains committed to creating timepieces that are both meaningful and wearable. Watches and Wonders 2025 reaffirmed that Oris is not chasing hype but staying true to its mission of honest, expressive watchmaking. My full video coverage from Watches and Wonders 2025 Geneva is here:    • Watches and Wonders and Time to Watches 20...   This video was filmed using the DJI Pocket 3 ($669 at https://amzn.to/4aMpKIC using the dual wireless DJI Mic 2 microphones with the DJI lapel microphone https://amzn.to/3XIj3l8 ), watch all my DJI Pocket 3 videos here    • Filmed with DJI Pocket 3   Join https://www.youtube.com/charbax/join for Early Access to my videos and to support my work, or you can Click the "Super Thanks" button below the video to send a highlighted comment under the video! Brands I film are welcome to support my work in this way 😁