Oris - Pointer Date - No reserve price - 7376 - Men - 1970-1979

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic Oris Pointer Date exemplifies the brand's enduring design language, featuring the signature complication that has become synonymous with Oris history. With its elegant silvered dial, distinctive red-tipped date hand, and warm gold-tone case, this timepiece offers a wonderful blend of mid-century aesthetics and practical everyday functionality. Brand: Oris Model: Pointer Date Reference Number: 7376 Movement: Manual Wind Caliber 705 Dial: Silvered vertically brushed dial with applied gold-tone numerals, showing honest aging on the hands and minor dial spotting Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated with stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition with appealing character Dial and Hands The silvered dial features a subtle vertical brushing texture that catches the light beautifully, complemented by applied gold-tone Arabic numerals and baton indices. The outer perimeter displays the signature date track in crisp red typography, indicated by the distinctive red crescent-tipped pointer hand. Clean black sans-serif text denotes the Oris branding and waterproof specifications. The gold-tone hour and minute hands exhibit heavy, honest oxidation and patina, adding undeniable vintage character to the overall presentation. The dial surface remains largely clean, presenting minor age-related spotting visible under close inspection. Case and Crystal The 37mm gold-plated case presents a classic, elegant profile with gently curved lugs and a smooth polished bezel. The case exhibits moderate signs of wear, including micro-scratches and slight softening of the edges consistent with normal vintage use. The fluted crown provides a textured grip for winding and setting. The stainless steel caseback is clearly engraved with the reference number 7376 and factory specifications. The domed crystal sits proudly above the dial, remaining clear and providing excellent visibility of the vintage display. Movement Inside beats the Oris manual-winding Caliber 705, clearly marked with 17 jewels, "Unadjusted," and "Oris Watch Co." on the main bridge. The mechanism is secured within a black movement ring and presents cleanly. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher results show a deviation of -12 to -18 seconds per day. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrasting white and tan accent stitching, secured by a gold-tone pin buckle that complements the warm tones of the case. Condition Good vintage condition. The timepiece displays normal vintage wear across the case, moderate to heavy patina on the hands, and a well-preserved dial that retains its attractive vertical brushing. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm in diameter excluding the crown, offering a substantial and highly wearable presence on the wrist. Remarks This Oris Pointer Date is a charming representation of traditional Swiss watchmaking, offering a highly readable and historically significant complication in a versatile and attractive configuration. History Oris introduced the pointer date complication in the late 1930s, and it quickly became a hallmark of the brand's functional and accessible approach to watchmaking. This specific iteration captures the mid-century evolution of the design, maintaining the core mechanical DNA that continues to inspire modern Oris collections today. / Second Vintage SKU: ORI-OAJ-0005