Vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock Date from the 1960s, a classic Swiss hand-wound dress watch with clean silver sunburst dial and framed date at 3 o’clock. The applied baton markers, slim faceted hands with aged tritium and Oris 654 KIF 7-jewel movement make it an attractive, honest piece from the brand’s utilitarian era. Chrome-plated case with stainless steel screw back, approx. 34-35,5mm without (signed) crown, wears well on most wrists. Acrylic crystal and case show no scratches and little signs of use; Dial with light patina, overall good /great vintage condition. Movement winds and runs; accuracy and service history known- tested, so later next 1-2 year regular service is recommended for everyday wear. Fitted with a black leather strap and generic buckle. Due age - No box or papers. ----- more details Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock Date (Chrome-Plated Case, Swiss Made) – Classic 1960s Hand-Wound Dress Watch Model Overview This vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock is a clean, honest 1960s dress watch from the era when Oris was building robust, affordable mechanical pieces for everyday use. The silver sunburst dial with applied baton markers and framed date at 3 o’clock delivers the pure mid-century look collectors expect from period Oris. Inside ticks the manually wound Oris calibre 654 KIF with 7 jewels, a simple but durable movement typical of the brand’s pre-luxury years. The watch offers a wearable, understated presence on the wrist while still carrying the charm of tritium lume and slim, faceted hands. It is an ideal entry point for a vintage Oris focus or as a versatile daily-wear vintage dress watch. Technical Specifications Brand: Oris Model: Waterproof Anti-Shock Date (exact reference not specified on dial; vintage dress model) Movement: Manual-wind mechanical, Oris calibre 654 KIF, 7 jewels Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Production Era: Circa 1960s Serial / Case Number: Not clearly legible; caseback signed “Oris Watch Co. Swiss” Case Material: Chrome-plated metal mid-case with stainless steel screw-down caseback Dimensions: Approx. 34-35 mm diameter (excluding crown), about 40 mm lug-to-lug, approx. 10 mm thick Bezel: Integrated polished bezel, smooth, giving a clean dress-watch profile Crystal: Acrylic - polished, -clean Water Resistance: Originally marked “Water Resistant / Waterproof” but not tested; no guarantee of water resistance Dial & Hands Dial Colour: Silver / champagne sunburst with even vintage patina and surface marks Markers: Applied rectangular baton indices with faceted tops; small tritium lume dots at selected hour positions (T SWISS MADE T at 6) Date: Yes, date window at 3 o’clock with polished faceted frame Branding: “ORIS” and “WATERPROOF” printed below 12, “ANTI-SHOCK” above 6, “T SWISS MADE T” at the dial edge Hands: Slim faceted baton hour and minute hands with aged lume inlays; central sweeping seconds hand Caseback Material: Stainless steel Attachment: Screw-down caseback Engravings: Embossed Oris shield logo and text including “ORIS WATCH CO. SWISS”, “WATER RESISTANT”, “STAINLESS STEEL BACK” plus internal numbers Strap & Buckle Strap: Black leather strap (aftermarket), approx. 18 mm between the lugs; suitable for medium wrists, shows light wear but still usable Buckle: Stainless-steel-tone pin buckle, unsigned, generic replacement Notable Historical / Brand Context Oris spent much of the mid-20th century building reliable, value-driven mechanical watches with in-house calibres, often with modest jewel counts and pin-lever constructions. Pieces like this Waterproof Anti-Shock were marketed as everyday, “wear it anywhere” watches before the quartz era reshaped the industry. The slim case, framed date window, and baton marker design are very much in line with contemporary models from larger Swiss houses, but with Oris’ pragmatic engineering and down-to-earth price positioning. For collectors of the modern Oris Aquis or Big Crown Pointer Date, this watch offers a direct line back to the brand’s utilitarian roots. Collector Appeal & Value Potential This piece will appeal to collectors looking for a clean, wearable prestige branded vintage Swiss watch from a respected name, without the escalating price tag of the more hyped brands. The signed Oris calibre 654 KIF movement, original tritium dial, and honest caseback signatures tick the key boxes for originality-minded buyers. As interest in Oris’ heritage continues to grow alongside their modern success, tidy 1960s examples like this are increasingly recognised as strong value propositions. It’s a smart acquisition for a vintage-curious buyer building a focused Oris collection or a small “daily-wear dress watch” segment. Condition Report The watch is in good, honest vintage condition - better in real life than in pictures. with minimal visible signs of age and use. The dial retains its original printing and applied furniture, with small patina, marks and light spotting consistent with age. The chrome-plated case has surface scratches and minor wear at the high points but retains its shape; engraving on the caseback remains clearly legible. The manual-wind Oris calibre 654 KIF is running at the time of listing; accuracy and power reserve have not been tested and service history is unknown, so a routine service is recommended for precise, long-term use. No original box or papers are included; strap and buckle are later replacements. Delivery Packaging: The watch will be carefully packed for transport, supplied in a generic watch box or protective packaging suitable for auction shipping. Shipping: Registered and insured shipping from within the EU, with tracking. International buyers should be aware that any customs duties or import taxes are their responsibility.