Oris - Day-Date - χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας - Άνδρες - 1970-1979

Oris Star “Twen” Day-Date XL Automatic (Stainless Steel, Swiss Made) – Vintage 1970s Collector Overview

Model Overview

This vintage Oris Star “Twen” Day-Date Automatic is a charismatic Swiss-made wristwatch from the 1970s, carrying the bold case shapes and practical day-date layout typical of that era. Oris has a long history in accessible mechanical Swiss watchmaking, and the Star line was one of its well-known everyday automatic ranges. The “Twen” script on the dial gives the watch a distinctive period-correct personality, while the cushion-style stainless steel case delivers strong wrist presence without becoming oversized. With its automatic movement, framed day and date display, applied markers and original vintage dial layout, this is a proper collector-friendly Oris with real retro charm. No box and no papers are included.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Oris
Model: Star “Twen” Day-Date Automatic
Movement: Automatic mechanical movement, Oris signed rotor
Country of Manufacture: Switzerland
Production Era: Approx. 1970s
Serial / Case Number: Not specified

Case

Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: Approx. 37.5 mm wide x 42 mm lug-to-lug
Bezel: Polished fixed bezel, integrated into cushion-style case
Crystal: Acrylic / plexiglass style vintage crystal
Water Resistance: Not tested

Dial & Hands

Dial Colour: Cream / silver-tone vintage dial
Markers: Applied baton hour markers with dark central inserts
Date: Yes, date at 3 o’clock
Day Display: Yes, weekday window next to the date; shown in Hungarian/European format on the photo
Branding: ORIS STAR printed below 12 o’clock, “Twen” script on the left side, “Automatic” above 6 o’clock, Swiss Made at the bottom
Hands: Central hour, minute and seconds hands, vintage baton style

Caseback

Material: Stainless steel
Attachment: Screw-down / screw back construction visible from the opened case
Engravings: Movement visible in photo with Oris Watch Co Swiss signed rotor

Strap & Buckle

Strap: Brown leather strap, aftermarket
Buckle: Standard pin buckle, not specified as original

Notable Historical / Brand Context

Oris built its reputation on reliable, honest Swiss mechanical watches, especially through the mid-20th century when the brand produced practical automatic models for daily use. The Star collection represents the era when Swiss manufacturers experimented with cushion cases, larger dials, applied markers and stronger visual identity. This “Twen” version fits perfectly into that 1970s design language: bold enough to feel special, but still elegant and wearable. It is the kind of vintage Oris that collectors appreciate because it has character without trying too hard — real period design, not modern nostalgia cosplay.

Collector Appeal & Value Potential

This watch will appeal to collectors looking for an authentic vintage Swiss automatic with day-date functionality and a distinctive 1970s case shape. The Oris name has gained stronger collector recognition in recent years, and earlier mechanical Oris models have become increasingly interesting as affordable vintage Swiss pieces. The size is also a strong point: at approximately 37.5 x 42 mm, it wears larger than many vintage dress watches and feels very usable today. The “Twen” dial text and framed calendar layout give it extra personality compared with standard three-hand vintage models.

Condition Report

The watch is in honest vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. The case shows surface scratches, small marks and wear consistent with a decades-old watch. The dial has natural patina, small spots and ageing around the markers, which add to the vintage character. The crystal shows age-related wear and may have light scratches. The automatic movement is visible in the opened case photo and is signed Oris Watch Co Swiss; service history is unknown. Water resistance has not been tested, so the watch should not be exposed to water.

Delivery

Packaging: Carefully packed in a generic watch box / secure protective packaging
Shipping: Registered and tracked shipping from the EU
Included: Watch only – no original box, no papers