With the Aquis Date Kelp Forest Limited Edition, Oris reaffirms its commitment to marine conservation and the preservation of endangered habitats and species. The watch draws attention to kelp forests, vital underwater ecosystems that support diverse marine life by providing food and shelter, while also helping absorb carbon from the atmosphere.
The inspiration for the 1,000-piece limited edition came from Francis Pérez, an award-winning underwater photographer and longtime Oris ambassador. During more than 25 years of working beneath the surface, Pérez has witnessed the decline of these remarkable ecosystems firsthand, prompting him to encourage Oris to raise awareness of the growing threats they face.
A Shimmering Underwater Landscape
The 41.5mm Aquis Date provides the technical foundation for the new edition. As with other limited Oris releases dedicated to environmental protection, particular attention has been paid to the dial. Its textured surface shimmers in shades of green and gold, recalling the movement of kelp swaying in underwater currents. The hands and hour markers are coated with Super-LumiNova for legibility in varying light conditions, both above and below the water. A date display at 3 o’clock completes the dial.
Built for Diving
The stainless-steel case is water-resistant to 30 bar, or 300 meters. Its screw-down crown is protected by guards integrated into the case. A unidirectional rotating bezel with a green ceramic insert and minute scale provides a practical tool for timing dives. The dial is protected by a double-domed sapphire crystal with an internal antireflective coating.
The engraved caseback conceals Oris Caliber 733, based on the Sellita SW200-1. The self-winding movement offers a 41-hour power reserve and features a stop-seconds mechanism for precise time setting, along with a date-correction function.
The Kelp Forest Limited Edition comes on a three-link stainless-steel bracelet combining satin-brushed and polished surfaces, secured by a folding clasp. A quick-change system allows the bracelet to be exchanged easily. Pricing is set at ₹2,80,000 approximately.
Images: Courtesy Brand
This story first appeared on watchtime.com and has been edited before publishing here
