Oris has launched a fall version of its classic Big Crown Pointer Date in collaboration with Cervo Volante. This watch combines vintage pilot design with modern durability, perfect for cooler days with a touch of orange.
If you've ever wondered why the summer hours are full of vibrant colors, while autumn leaves remain in the shade, then it is Outline heard your quiet sigh. Instead of sticking to classic black or blue dials, they created a model that looks like it fell straight from an alpine forest – with a slight touch of irony to remind us how this watch survived the quartz crisis. Oris Big Crown Pointer Date now comes in a warm orange color that will remind you of roasted chestnuts and falling leaves without overdoing the autumn romance.
Autumn statement
The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date has been in continuous production since 1938, which is almost a miracle in the world of mechanical watches. Originally designed for pilots who needed a large crown to operate with gloves in cold cockpits, this model has become an anchor for Oris through turbulent times. The new model, in collaboration with Cerva Volante, maintains the vintage spirit but adds an autumnal touch that feels fresh and timely.
The dial transitions from a fiery orange in the center to a deeper red at the edges, similar to the colors on Alpine maple leaves. The cathedral hands and Arabic numerals – including that specially designed “4” at the bottom – are coated with Super-LumiNova for better visibility in the dark. The date hand has a green tip, hinting at the sustainable leather strap.
Leather and elegance
The strap is the star of the story. Cervo Volante has been working with Oris for years, transforming deer hides that would otherwise end up in the trash into high-quality leather products. In Switzerland, around 15,000 red deer are killed every year for wildlife management, and Cervo Volante makes sure that these hides don’t go to waste. The mahogany brown strap is treated with plant-based processes that preserve the natural texture and imperfections, making each piece unique – as if you were wearing a piece of nature on your wrist.
The watch sits in a standard 40mm stainless steel case with the classic coin-shaped bezel, which wasn’t part of the 1938 original but is now a must-have. It’s 12.2mm thick and has a 48.2mm lug-to-lug distance, making it comfortable to wear. The crystal is a double-domed sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, and it’s water-resistant to 50 meters – enough for everyday adventures, but not for diving.
Under the hood
Inside, Oris’ Caliber 754, based on a modified Sellita SW200-1 with a date display and signature red rotor, beats. It provides 41 hours of power reserve, enough for a weekend without winding. The mechanical movement beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour, providing the precision and reliability you expect from a Swiss watch.
This model is not only beautiful, but also sustainable: it includes a special deerskin travel case and comes in Oris’ new packaging, part of their mission to make the world a better place. As if to say: “Wear a watch that cares for the planet – and looks good doing it.”
Technical details
Here's a quick rundown of the specs: Oris Big Crown Pointer Date
- Model: Oris x Cervo Volante Big Crown Pointer Date
- Housing: Stainless steel
- Case size: 40 mm
- Thickness: 12.2mm
- Distance between ears: 48.2 mm
- Movement: Oris Caliber 754 (based on Sellita SW200-1), automatic
- Power reserve: 41 hours
- Water resistance: 50 meters
- Crystal: Double domed sapphire with anti-reflective coating
- Strap: Mahogany brown Cervo Volante deerskin with quick-change system
Price and availability
Outline x Cervo Volante Big Crown Pointer Date Orange is available now for $2,600 on Oris’ website. Each watch comes with a matching deerskin travel case. If you’re looking for a watch that combines history, style, and responsibility, this is the one to go for – just remember, it’ll look even better with your next cup of hot drink.
