Big Crown Lou Gehrig - Ltd Ed 2130pcs Ref. 01 754 7785 4091-Set

The stories of Oris and aviation are closely linked. Oris was founded in 1904 at the dawn of aviation and made its first pilot's pocket watch in the early 1910s. That was followed by the company's first pilot's wristwatch in 1917, a watch that featured an ingenious mechanism that meant the watch could only be adjusted when a button was pressed at 2 o'clock. The same spirit of invention inspired the Oris Big Crown, which debuted in 1938. Its oversized crown meant gloved airmen could adjust their watches quickly and easily. Today, Oris's pilot's watch collection is full of innovative watches that are trusted by pilots all over the world.

Oris Big Crown Lou Gehrig - Ltd Ed 2130pcs Ref. 01 754 7785 4091-Set

The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date is far more than a landmark in the company archive of inventive, high performance timepieces. In the 1980s, it marked a watershed moment when it was reintroduced to spearhead the mission of Oris to champion the eternal value of mechanical watchmaking during the quartz revolution. With its smooth round case, tapered lugs, coin edge bezel, oversized crown, functional dial, and signature central pointer date hand, it stands as one of the most recognized designs in all of watchmaking. Created in proud collaboration with The Lou and Eleanor Gehrig Family Foundation to celebrate the enduring legacy of baseball icon Lou Gehrig, this special limited edition release adds a meaningful new chapter to the Big Crown Pointer Date lineup, raising vital awareness for ALS and contributing essential funds toward critical medical research.

Oris ushers in a compelling chapter for its beloved Big Crown Pointer Date, presenting a design that speaks equally to vintage heritage and modern versatility. Its 40mm stainless steel case showcases satin brushed top surfaces complemented by mirror polished sides and a gleaming fluted bezel, delivering a refined visual contrast. Measuring 48mm lug to lug with a slim 12mm thickness, the watch offers an ideal balance of command and daily wearability across diverse wrist sizes. Fitted with an oversized screw in security crown for seamless operation, the case provides dependable 50 meters of water resistance and is anchored by a solid screwed caseback featuring a special commemorative Lou Gehrig relief engraving.

Cool grey and black dial layout that gives the watch its name, Bullseye

Protected by a domed sapphire crystal featuring an interior anti reflective coating, the dial of the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Lou Gehrig displays a refined palette of grey, white, and blue inspired by the iconic New York Yankees' uniform. The vertically brushed silver dial recalling his iconic 'Iron Horse' nickname. Classic pointer date hand is tipped in blue, sweeping gracefully over the dial outer black ring where the date scale sits, perfectly aligned next to bold Arabic numeral hour markers. This signature date ring features a special blue 4 marker that pays tribute to Lou jersey number, while vintage cathedral hands glide effortlessly across the surface. Treated generously with SuperLuminova, both the hands and markers glow brightly in low light, delivering exceptional legibility and adding dramatic visual depth to this striking limited edition timepiece.

At the heart of the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Lou Gehrig lies the dependable Calibre 754-1, built upon a proven Sellita architecture. Beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, or 4 Hertz, the automatic movement delivers a smooth and precise sweep of the signature cathedral hands. With 26 jewels and a power reserve of 41 hours, it balances mechanical durability with accessible everyday performance. 

Super-LumiNova glows in the dark

The watch is completed with a 20mm brown suede leather strap featuring classic white double stitching reminiscent of a vintage baseball glove, secured with a solid steel pin buckle. For added versatility, the special edition set also includes an additional blue, white, and grey striped nylon strap that directly echoes the iconic pinstripes of the New York Yankees uniform. This dual strap configuration allows collectors to effortlessly transition between warm, retro leather texture and a sporty, water resistant fabric presentation.

More than a timepiece, the Lou Gehrig Limited Edition is a heartfelt celebration of the character, courage, and legacy of an absolute sporting hero. Based on the signature Oris Big Crown Pointer Date, the production is strictly limited to 2130 pieces globally, a precise tribute to the 2130 consecutive games Lou Gehrig played in his storied New York Yankees career. Through its thoughtful design details, it offers watch enthusiasts and sports collectors an extraordinary opportunity to wear a piece of history that balances profound utility, historic style, and a noble philanthropic mission.

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