Description

The Orient brand has existed since 1950 and was acquired by Seiko-Epson around 2003. Orient is therefore wholly owned by Seiko (Seiko-Epson; click on “corporate information” at the bottom left), yet it operates completely independently. Orient’s automatic movements are produced in its own factories, and if you look at the designs, you’ll see that they frequently draw inspiration from the past. And that, in my view, is precisely what makes them so appealing.

This sports watch, the RA-AA0E07B19B, features a color scheme and design clearly inspired by the styles of the 1960s and 1970s. It offers water resistance up to 20 ATM (though it lacks a screw-down crown) and is powered by a modern automatic movement—specifically, the Orient caliber F6922. The attractive case, complemented by a striking bezel, features a durable, factory-applied black coating. It includes an internal rotating bezel, which can be adjusted via the second crown to track elapsed time. The colorful indices and logo are applied, lending a sophisticated touch, while the hands feature an elegant longitudinal bend. The strap is crafted from thick leather with sealed, lacquered edges. As a limited edition—with only 2,000 pieces produced worldwide—it is no longer available on the official Orient website..

I don’t have an Orient box for this, but I will supply it in a convenient case.