A practical yet simple timepiece with
urban refinements that exude the essence
of Orient Star, a brand established in Japan
in 1951, the Basic Date features a strong,
sporty 42 mm case, a simple, clear and
easy-to-read dial, and an in-house automatic
movement with 50-hour power reserve.
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he Basic Date combines a three-hand time display with power reserve
indicator and date window. The design features fine details including a
mirror-polished sloping bezel and fluid lines extending from the sides of
the new, larger 42 mm case to the lugs. These have a bevelled surface
characteristic of the brand, shaped to pass easily under the wearer’s sleeve.
The Basic Date uses SUS316
stainless steel for the bracelet,
scratch-resistant sapphire for
the crystal, and is powered by
a high-performance in-house
movement with automatic
winding mechanism.
Typical of Orient Star timepieces is the rich assortment of deep dial colours,
from intense black to blue, white, grey, and green. The dial is designed for
clear readability, thanks to the combination of long hands, a broad case,
and bold bar indices. Adding to the watch’s simplicity is the subtle design
of the power reserve indicator.