Oris 7427-40 (1990-1999)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage Presenting classic Oris dress watch styling, this elegant timepiece features a pristine white dial with traditional Roman numerals, a handsome sub-seconds display at six o'clock, and an exhibition caseback revealing a clean gold-tone manual wind movement. Brand: Oris Model: 17J Anti-shock Reference Number: 7427-40 Movement: Manual wind, 17 jewels Dial: Crisp white with black Roman numerals and sub-seconds Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1990s Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +11+12s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents a pristine and highly legible crisp white finish with no visible spotting or discoloration. Printed black Roman numerals and the minute track are fully intact, framing a clean and well-defined sub-seconds register at the six o'clock position. All dial text remains sharp and legible. The black leaf, or feuille, style hands are in excellent condition with strong contrast against the light dial, showing no visible oxidation, corrosion, or paint loss. The sub-seconds hand matches the main hands perfectly, completing the traditional aesthetic. Case and Crystal The polished stainless steel case is well-preserved, showing minor handling wear in the form of light superficial scratches on the flanks and lugs consistent with careful use. There are no deep dents or dings visible on the case body. A stepped, polished steel bezel adds wonderful depth to the case profile and shows only very light hairline scratches. The distinctive unsigned onion, or pumpkin, style crown is typical for this design and features well-defined, undamaged fluting. Turning the watch over, the exhibition caseback displays crisp and fully legible engravings. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, providing a clean view of the dial from all angles without any major scratches, crazing, or chips. Movement The exhibition caseback reveals a manual wind movement featuring gold-tone plates and bridges. The caliber bears engravings reading Oris SA, Seventeen 17 Jewels, and Swiss. It maintains a very clean appearance with no visible corrosion, oxidation, or staining, while the screw heads and jewels appear in good condition. The timegrapher records a rate of +11+12s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring a reptile pattern. It is in worn but serviceable condition, showing moderate creasing and wear, particularly near the lugs and sizing holes, though the stitching remains intact. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The watch remains beautifully preserved, with a pristine dial and hands showing no visible aging or discoloration. The polished stainless steel case and stepped bezel exhibit only light superficial scratches consistent with careful wear, and the domed acrylic crystal is clear. The strap shows moderate wear but remains fully serviceable. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 34mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Oris offers lasting appeal through its classic Roman numeral dial and elegant leaf hands. The distinctive onion crown and exhibition caseback add excellent character, making it a refined choice for those who appreciate traditional mechanical watchmaking. History During the 1990s, Oris focused heavily on producing accessible, high-quality mechanical watches with traditional styling cues. This period saw the brand embrace classic dress watch aesthetics, utilizing elements like stepped bezels, onion crowns, and manual wind calibers to appeal to traditionalists. This example represents that era of production, offering a straightforward and handsome mechanical timepiece with enduring design language. / Second Vintage SKU: ORI-JAX-0001