Orient has launched a commemorative 20th-anniversary model from its iconic diver-designed Orient Mako series. The limited-edition model features a special blue gradation dial inspired by the beautiful ocean and is a must for fans and collectors alike.
Orient’s diver design models are an important part of Orient’s history and have represented everything that the brand stands for since their launch in the 1960s. This series has a dolphin icon engraved on the caseback and is affectionately known as Orient Mako. Since its launch in 2004, the model has been released in a wide variety of dial colors and details.
A distinctive characteristic of the limited-edition 20th-anniversary model is its blue dial. The dial features Arabic numerals, a signature feature of Orient Mako models. The blue gradation from 12 o’clock to 6 o’clock represents the beautiful ocean surrounding Japan while the dial’s stamped wave pattern, coupled with the engraving “Anniversary Edition” at 4 o’clock and spectacular gold-coloured hands, highlight the celebratory spirit of the 20th anniversary model.
The unidirectional rotating bezel with six grooves, common to all Orient Mako models, is coupled with a two-toned blue and black aluminum plate with the colors separating at the triangular and 20-minute markers.
The stainless steel case’s screw case-back and screw-down crown provide water resistance to 20 bar, while within it, holds the reliable automatic (with hand winding) mechanical in-house calibre F6922 offering stable accuracy of +25 seconds to –15 seconds per day and a power reserve of 40 hours, making this an excellent practical watch suitable for the outdoors and city lifestyle.
The 20th anniversary Orient Mako model is limited to 3,000 pieces. The rare model, which is expected to be widely sought after, is ideal for both established fans and collectors, as well as those who want to introduce diver design to their fashion wardrobe and everyday accessories.
