Oris - Pointer Date - No reserve price - 7403-40B - Men - 1990-1999

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

A quintessential Oris design, this elegant 1990s timepiece highlights the brand's signature pointer date complication. The attractive silver dial, centered by a highly textured guilloche pattern, is perfectly complemented by applied gold-tone numerals and an exhibition caseback that reveals the finely finished caliber 574 automatic movement.

Brand: Oris
Model: Oris 17j Auto (7403-40B)
Reference Number: 7403-40B
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 574
Dial: Silver with central guilloche pattern, applied gold-tone numerals, and blue outer date track
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Production Year: 1990s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +11+15s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The pristine and highly textured silver dial features a striking central guilloche pattern, framed by applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and dart indices. An outer pointer date track is printed in a crisp blue, with all typography remaining sharp and clean across the surface, showing no visible spotting or damage. Time is indicated by gold-tone alpha hour and minute hands with luminous inserts, alongside a sweeping gold-tone central seconds hand. The signature pointer date hand, tipped with a red crescent, remains vibrant and well-preserved, with no visible oxidation or corrosion across any of the handset.

Case and Crystal
The 34mm polished stainless steel case presents honest wear, retaining a strong profile with well-shaped lugs. The surfaces display light scratches consistent with normal wear, while remaining free of any major dents or deep dings. A smooth polished bezel frames the dial, showing fine hairline scratches matching the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with a domed, unsigned crown featuring a coin edge grip that remains in good condition. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear and providing an unobstructed view without any significant scratches or crazing visible.

Movement
Visible through the display caseback is the Oris caliber 574, a clean automatic movement. The mechanism is distinguished by a gold-tone rotor bearing crisp engravings of ORIS SA SWISS MADE, 17 JEWELS, and 574, with no visible corrosion or damage present. Recording +11+15s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a complementary dark brown leather strap featuring an alligator grain and white contrast stitching. The strap shows signs of light use and wears comfortably on the wrist.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The polished stainless steel case remains structurally sound, showing only light surface scratches consistent with careful wear. The highly textured guilloche dial and gold-tone handset are exceptionally clean and well-preserved, free from visible aging or damage. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, and the exhibition caseback provides an excellent view of the clean automatic movement. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the caliber 574 is performing very strongly.

Dimensions
The case measures 34mm in diameter (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Oris is a superb example of the brand's enduring design language, highlighted by its signature pointer date complication. The combination of a beautifully textured dial, elegant gold-tone accents, and a reliable automatic movement makes this a highly wearable and charming vintage timepiece.

History
Oris has long been celebrated for its commitment to mechanical watchmaking and distinctive, practical complications. The pointer date function, first introduced by the brand in the late 1930s, has become one of its most recognizable signatures, offering a unique and highly legible way to display the calendar. During the 1990s, Oris leaned heavily into its mechanical heritage, producing refined models that honored traditional Swiss watchmaking. Powered by robust automatic calibers, these timepieces represent an important era in the brand's modern history, combining classic aesthetics with reliable everyday performance.

Payment and Shipping
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Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
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The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
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As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: ORI-OJA-0001