Tag: Orient Star

Renowned Japanese watch manufacturer Orient Star has released a 75th anniversary M34 F8 Skeleton Hand Winding model, limited to 430 pieces, as part of its Contemporary Collection M34. Similar to the M34 F8 Date with Meteorite dial, the design of the dial of this piece is inspired by the Perseid meteor shower.

The ring-shaped openwork dial with Roman numerals and indices features a black and grey gradation with matte finish. The middle case and the bracelet are made from stainless steel and finished with black plating. These black elements express the darkness of outer space. The combination of stainless steel together with the dark elements provide a beautiful contrast for the watch.

Other notable details on this watch are the comet-shaped balance bridge with two characteristic tails, silicon escape wheel reminiscent of the Milky Way galaxy’s spiral, and movement with meteorite-like finish. One has to see this watch in person to appreciate it fully.

Powering this piece is the in-house manual-winding calibre F8B65 which has a power reserve of around 70 hours and guarantees an accuracy of around +15 to -5 seconds per day.

This watch comes with a black cordovan leather strap with a deployment buckle.

Each Orient Star piece is hand-assembled by craftsmen and is subjected to the highest quality standards of Japanese craftsmanship. 

As Orient Star celebrates its 75th anniversary this 2026, it emphasizes the Joy of Discovery wherein its pieces are specifically designed for those who find wonder in the details and seek out new experiences and adventures.

This article was written in partnership with Orient Star.

Orient Star is available in the Philippines at G/F Mitsukoshi Mall, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

Orient Star has introduced a new M45 F8 Mechanical Moon Phase Hand Winding model from their Classic Collection with two dial configurations.

The first one features a clean white dial and will be a mainstay in the regular catalogue.

The second watch features a dial with a stamped-pattern which expresses the countless stars of the M45 Pleiades star cluster and a monotone gradation which transitions from grey in the center to black on the outer edge. An applied thick and clear coating portrays the depths of the universe stretching to eternity. The second dial configuration will be limited to only 140 pieces and will feature serial number engraving.

Both watches are housed in a 39.5mm stainless steel case and are powered by the manual winding FA8A62 calibre which has a 70-hour power reserve.

The dials of both watches neatly integrates the power reserve indicator at the top portion and the moon phase on the bottom part. The white dial version features blue hour and minute hands as well as for the power reserve indicator. For the limited edition grey dial, the hands are all silvery-grey. The moon phase disc on the dials of both watches has a white mother-of-pearl moon.

Visible on the open caseback is the Côtes de Genève pattern which evokes star trails. Also noticeable from the caseback is the bridge with a cut-out showing a part of the blue escape wheel.

Orient Star was created in 1951 and is the most distinguished and exquisite timepiece collection from Seiko Epson. The brand will celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2026.

This article was written in partnership with Orient Star.

Orient Star is available in the Philippines at G/F Mitsukoshi Mall, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.