The Oris Social Club, which began as a local initiative, has burgeoned into an international network of watch collectors and enthusiasts, with a whopping 62 chapters worldwide. The latest Oris Social Club Edition II is a testimony to this growth, specifically crafted to unite all these constituents instead of zeroing in on a particular locality.
The foundation of the timepiece is the Aquis Date Relief 43.5mm, a distinctive model of Oris’s contemporary dive watch range. It boasts a large 43.5mm diameter stainless steel case and a 51mm lug-to-lug width. The unidirectional bezel retains its steel insert with the diving scale in relief, lending the watch a recognizable, almost industrial charm. The watch caseback is graced with the image of the Oris factory in Hölstein and it carries the markings “OSC | INT,”, carving out its identity as a global project. The watch also offers impressive water resistance up to 300m.
As the golden sun of the 50th-anniversary celebrations rise for Raymond Weil, the Geneva-based brand has stirred excitement among enthusiasts with their limited-edition offering that exemplifies their savvy blend of traditional watchmaking and practical design philosophy. ‘Millesime The Fifty’ is an ode to the brand’s beginning - running on movements originally produced in 1976, the brand’s foundation year. Sparking fascination in fans, this limited-edition wristwatch was quick to sell out, though keen customers can anticipate the eventual availability of pre-owned models.
A highly anticipated release, the popular Millesime family welcomed the anniversary edition with open arms, specifically approving of its reasonable pricing and attractive design. Priced just below $10,000, the anniversary timepiece is considered fair market value for a wristwatch of such caliber and testament to Raymond Weil’s fair trade practices.