The Hölstein Edition is a nice tradition that Oris started five years ago, being a once-per-annum special edition of one of their watches featuring their signature bear paying honor to the brand’s founding city. This week, the Swiss watchmaker launches their latest in the series via a monochromatic black Diver Sixty-Five as their Hölstein Edition 2024.

The model this year is particularly significant as the company? founded in the Waldenburg Valley 1904 not far from Basel? looks back on 120 years of history. Oris does not disappoint: Limited to 250 pieces, this is all-black diver is a dark stunner, powered by the brand’s own 400 caliber with a 120-hour power reserve and a carrying a 10-year warranty.

Except for the white numerals of the date display at 6 o’clock, this retro diver’s watch is entirely in black, a first for Oris. Water-resistant to 100 meters, the 40mm stainless steel case, bezel and crown are coated with black DLC (diamond-like carbon). The hands, hour markers, dial and black rubber strap, including the buckle, perfectly complete the monochrome look.
Oris fans will notice that the bezel has a minute scale instead of the usual 12-hour scale. Another noteworthy detail that will make you smile is the Oris Bear on the case back, in keeping with the nautical theme wearing a swim trunk and sunglasses. Rolf Studer, CO-CEO of Oris, explains:

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