Description
The Oris x Cervo Volante Big Crown Pointer Date Burgundy 40mm brings together one of Swiss watchmaking's most recognisable heritage designs and a contemporary approach to responsible craftsmanship.
Its rich burgundy dial provides a striking backdrop to the signature central pointer date hand, while the 40mm stainless-steel case preserves the distinctive proportions of the Big Crown collection.
Created in collaboration with Swiss leather specialist Cervo Volante, the watch is fitted with a strap made from sustainably sourced and naturally tanned deer leather. A matching Cervo Volante travel pouch completes the presentation.
Powered by Oris Calibre 754-1, it combines mechanical tradition with materials chosen for their character and provenance.
Inspiration & Design
First introduced in 1938, the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date was originally developed with an oversized crown that could be operated easily by pilots wearing gloves.
Its distinctive central date hand, which points to a numbered scale around the dial, has remained a defining feature of the collection.
For this edition, Oris revisits its collaboration with Cervo Volante, a Swiss company specialising in responsibly sourced deer leather.
The partnership introduces a natural material that complements the watch's vintage-inspired design while reflecting a shared interest in responsible production.
The deep burgundy dial reinforces this connection to nature, with its warm, earthy tone providing an elegant contrast to the stainless-steel case.
Together, these details create a watch that feels rooted in tradition without being confined by it.
Dial & Case
The Big Crown Pointer Date features a rich burgundy dial, complemented by the collection's signature central date hand.
Rather than displaying the date through a conventional aperture, the pointer hand indicates the current date against a numbered scale around the dial's perimeter, preserving the distinctive character of the original design.
The 40mm multi-piece stainless-steel case incorporates the familiar oversized crown and fluted bezel associated with the Big Crown collection.
A sapphire crystal, domed on both sides and treated with an internal anti-reflective coating, protects the dial.
The screwed stainless-steel caseback features special engravings, completing the watch's heritage-inspired construction.
With 50 metres of water resistance, the watch is suited to everyday wear.
Movement
The watch is powered by Oris Calibre 754-1, a Swiss automatic mechanical movement.
Operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), it provides a 41-hour power reserve.
The movement drives central hours, minutes and seconds, together with the signature pointer date hand.
An instantaneous date-change mechanism, date corrector and stop-seconds function provide additional everyday practicality.
Bracelet / Strap
The watch is fitted with a Cervo Volante deer-leather strap, made from sustainably sourced Swiss deer leather using natural tanning processes.
Its supple texture and individual surface characteristics complement the warmth of the burgundy dial and the vintage-inspired stainless-steel case.
As deer leather is a natural material, each strap carries subtle variations in grain, texture and markings. These characteristics are part of its individuality, ensuring that no two straps are exactly alike.
The watch also includes a Cervo Volante deer-leather travel pouch, extending the collaboration's emphasis on responsible material sourcing and practical craftsmanship.
Final Thoughts
The Oris x Cervo Volante Big Crown Pointer Date Burgundy brings a distinctive material story to one of the brand's most enduring designs.
Its rich burgundy dial and signature pointer date display celebrate the collection's heritage, while the naturally tanned deer-leather strap introduces a contemporary perspective on responsible craftsmanship.
With its versatile 40mm case, reliable Swiss automatic movement and accompanying Cervo Volante travel pouch, it is a considered choice for collectors who appreciate traditional watchmaking with an individual character.
| Case size: |
40mm |
| Case material: |
Stainless steel |
| Case back: |
Stainless steel, screwed, with special engraving
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| Movement type: |
Automatic |
| Movement no.: |
Oris 754-1
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| Power reserve: |
Approx 41hrs |
| Dial: |
Burgundy |
| Glass: |
Sapphire, domed on both sides, AR coating inside |
| Water resistance: |
5ATM |
| Strap type: |
Strap |
| Strap material: |
Sustainably sourced, naturally tanned Swiss deer leather by Cervo Volante |
| Buckle: |
Stainless steel |
| Warranty: |
2 years, extendable to 3 years when you join MyOris
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