Gonzo, aka The Great Gonzo, this is colourful, characterful and unmistakably Oris. Beneath the sapphire crystal, the skeletonised dial bursts into a blue, red and yellow gradient, while the shimmering dial ring and chilli-shaped power-reserve indicator add even more personality. And then there’s the brilliant little secret for collectors: as you wind the watch, Gonzo’s smiling face gradually appears on the mainspring at 11 o’clock. It’s the sort of detail that makes you look twice – and then probably show it to everyone else!
The fun is backed up by some serious mechanical watchmaking. Measuring a substantial 44mm, the multi-piece titanium case keeps things remarkably light on the wrist, while the hand-wound Oris Calibre 115 provides an impressive 240-hour (10-day) power reserve. Operating at 3Hz, the movement displays central hours and minutes, small seconds at 7:30 and a non-linear power-reserve indicator at 3 o’clock, with a fine-timing device and stop-seconds function thrown into the mix. A double-domed, anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the openworked dial, while 10 bar water resistance gives this wonderfully eccentric timepiece plenty of everyday practicality.
For the watch collector who already has the serious stuff covered, the Oris ProPilot X Gonzo Edition offers something rather different: genuine mechanical substance with a healthy dose of fun. It celebrates individuality, creativity and the idea that luxury watches don’t always have to take themselves too seriously. Buy yours from Francis & Gaye Jewellers, a family-run business where personal service, expert knowledge and a genuine passion for watches come as standard. We’re proud to offer a friendly, personal experience and the reassurance of buying your special timepiece from a business that cares about its customers just as much as the watches themselves.
