Oris - Pointer Date - No reserve price - 7295 - Men - 1960-1969

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage

The pointer date complication is arguably the most recognizable and historically significant design element in the Oris catalog. This mid-century example perfectly captures the elegance of traditional Swiss watchmaking, combining a highly functional calendar display with a warm gold-tone aesthetic and a beautifully contrasting metallic silver date track. It stands as a highly wearable and deeply charming piece for the discerning vintage collector.

Brand: Oris
Model: Pointer Date
Reference Number: 7295
Movement: Manual Wind Caliber 705
Dial: Eggshell white with silver date track, applied gold-tone numerals, and some patina
Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-Plated with Stainless Steel Caseback
Production Year: 1960s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with strong mechanical performance

Dial and Hands
The dial presents a beautiful mid-century layout, featuring a matte eggshell white center that transitions into a striking metallic silver inner date ring printed with crisp black Arabic numerals from one to thirty-one. The time is indicated by applied gold-tone Arabic numerals at the even hours and faceted dart indices at the odd hours. Black typography displays the Oris brand name and jewel count below twelve o'clock, with waterproof and anti-shock designations positioned above six o'clock. The handset consists of elegant gold-tone alpha hour and minute hands, a sweeping center seconds hand, and the quintessential Oris pointer date hand tipped with a vibrant red crescent moon. Close visual inspection reveals some patina, with faint, localized micro-spotting near the center arbor and upper left quadrant, adding honest vintage character without detracting from the highly legible and attractive display.

Case and Crystal
The classic thirty-four millimeter case is constructed of a gold-plated base with gracefully tapered, slightly downturned lugs and a smooth polished bezel. The case exhibits honest signs of wear in the form of light surface scratches and micro-abrasions consistent with careful vintage use, while the gold plating remains highly intact across the visible upper surfaces and flanks. A knurled gold-tone crown sits flush against the case side for easy winding and setting. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that presents clearly, offering an unobstructed view of the dial beneath. Turning the watch over reveals a stainless steel screw-down caseback, sharply engraved with the classic Oris shield logo, reference number 7295, and surrounding text indicating water and shock resistance.

Movement
Powering this timepiece is the Oris Caliber 705, a seventeen-jewel manual-winding mechanical movement. The bridges are cleanly finished and clearly stamped with Oris Watch Co, Seventeen 17 Jewels, Unadjusted, and the 705 caliber designation. The movement is securely housed within the case using a period-correct white spacer ring. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher reads +14 to +16 seconds per day.

Strap
The watch is paired with a dark brown leather strap featuring contrasting perimeter stitching and a classic embossed pattern. The strap shows signs of prior use, including creasing and surface wear, and is secured with a polished gold-tone pin buckle that perfectly complements the tone of the case.

Condition
This Oris is presented in excellent vintage condition. The dial retains its original charm with some patina, while the case maintains strong lines and well-preserved gold plating. The engraved caseback remains crisp and highly legible. The movement is exceptionally clean and demonstrates outstanding performance on the timegrapher.

Dimensions
The case measures 34 mm in diameter excluding the crown, offering a refined and traditional mid-century profile on the wrist.

Remarks
Finding a vintage Oris pointer date with such a well-preserved two-tone dial configuration is a true delight. The interplay between the eggshell center, the metallic silver date track, and the red crescent hand creates a visually dynamic experience that modern reissues constantly strive to emulate. This piece offers genuine vintage warmth and reliable mechanical operation in a single, handsome package.

History
Founded in Holstein, Switzerland in 1904, Oris has built a legacy on producing reliable, purpose-built mechanical timepieces. The brand introduced its first pointer date watch in the late 1930s, utilizing a central hand to point to the calendar days on the periphery of the dial. This intuitive and visually distinct complication quickly became a signature of the brand, surviving the quartz crisis and remaining a cornerstone of the Oris collection to this day. This mid-century example represents a beautiful era of the brand's independent mechanical production.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and very securely packaged, and shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We ship via fast express service, with typical delivery in 1–4 business days (destination dependent).
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As with all vintage watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
The watch will be delivered in fully functional, working condition.
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SKU: ORI-OWA-0001