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Oris Big Crown

Authorized Oris Retailer in Canada

Overview

The Oris Big Crown is the Swiss pilot-heritage watch line from Oris, built around the Big Crown Pointer Date, which Oris says has been in constant production since 1938. La Maison Monaco, an authorized Oris dealer in Canada, lists more than 35 Big Crown watches from $2,850 to $25,200 CAD, and more than 15 of them are available to order from Oris. Flexiti financing is available on approved credit.

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What is the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date?

The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date is a pilot's watch with an oversized crown and a centre hand that points to the date on a scale around the dial. Oris introduced it in 1938 for airmen, sizing the crown so it could be wound with gloves on, and says it has been in constant production since. The classic look pairs a fluted bezel with cathedral hands. Movements include the automatic Calibre 754 and two in-house Calibre 400 Series movements with a five-day power reserve: the automatic Calibre 403 and the hand-wound Calibre 473.

What sizes and prices does the Oris Big Crown come in?

The Oris Big Crown comes in case sizes from 34 to 40 mm, and most models here are 40 mm, with 38 mm and 34 to 37 mm versions also offered. Among the models available to order, steel Calibre 754 Pointer Dates start at $3,000, the Calibre 403 versions run from $5,900 to $6,300, and the hand-wound Calibre 473 models are $6,650 and $7,050. Dials come in blue, green, red, black, white, brown and grey, plus purple and yellow.

What is the difference between a steel and a bronze Oris Big Crown?

Bronze develops a natural patina as it is worn, while stainless steel is the more common case material in the range. Most Oris Big Crown watches here are stainless steel, and a smaller group are bronze. The Big Crown Pointer Date 80th Anniversary Edition, at $3,650, is in bronze, with a bronze case, crown, bezel and buckle, a stainless steel case back and a green dial in a 40 mm case. The Father Time Limited Edition, at $4,250, is another bronze Big Crown, with a white dial. The Oris X Cervo Volante editions start at $3,550 and pair a Pointer Date with a Swiss Cervo Volante deer-leather strap.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an Oris Big Crown cost in Canada?

At La Maison Monaco, an Oris Big Crown costs from $2,850 to $25,200 CAD across the catalogue. Models available to order start at $3,000 for a 36 mm steel Big Crown Pointer Date on a steel bracelet. The Calibre 403 versions run from $5,900 to $6,300, and the hand-wound Calibre 473 models are $6,650 and $7,050. The top of the range is the Wings of Hope Gold Limited Edition at $25,200, currently out of stock.

Which Oris Big Crown size and movement should I choose?

Choose an Oris Big Crown Pointer Date with Calibre 754 for the classic watch at the lower price, or Calibre 403 for a five-day power reserve. Sizes run from 34 to 40 mm: 40 mm gives the classic proportions, and 34 to 39 mm suits a smaller wrist. The Calibre 473 models are hand-wound, also with a five-day power reserve, for anyone who enjoys winding a watch.

What is the difference between the Oris Big Crown and the Oris Aquis?

The Oris Big Crown is the brand's pilot-heritage line, while the Oris Aquis is its dive-watch line. Every Oris Big Crown in our catalogue is rated 5 bar, about 50 m, which suits everyday wear on land but not swimming or diving. Choose an Oris Aquis for water sports, and an Oris Big Crown Pointer Date for its classic pointer date layout.

Can you swim with an Oris Big Crown?

No. Oris advises that a watch rated below 10 bar should not be worn in water, and every Oris Big Crown in our catalogue is rated 5 bar, about 50 m, so it suits everyday wear but not swimming or diving. Oris lists a domed sapphire crystal and a screw-in see-through case back on the steel Big Crown Pointer Date. Have the seals checked at each service.

Is La Maison Monaco an authorized Oris dealer in Canada?

Yes. La Maison Monaco is an authorized Oris dealer in Canada, so each Oris Big Crown is new, genuine and covered by the Oris manufacturer warranty. Oris Canada lists two years on the Calibre 403 Pointer Date, which a free MyOris account extends to ten years; terms for each reference are confirmed at purchase. Flexiti financing is available on approved credit, and you can buy online or in one of our 15 boutiques.

Can I see or order an Oris Big Crown through a La Maison Monaco boutique?

You can order an Oris Big Crown through any of our 15 La Maison Monaco boutiques or online. More than 15 Big Crown watches are available to order: we order the watch in from Oris, and it is fully purchasable. Viewing a specific reference in person depends on boutique inventory, so ask a boutique team before you visit.