ORIENT M-FORCE New Series

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ORIENT announces the second release of three models from the M-FORCE New Series watches.

The distinctive style and tough functionality of M-FORCE adventure watches have now evolved into a third generation after the series’ revival last year, inheriting the spirit of both the first generation (1997–2002) and the second generation (2011–2015).

The current and third M-FORCE generation was launched in 2020 to commemorate ORIENT’s 70th anniversary with a diver’s model. The watches in this second release come with unique protection shield and a simple compass bezel, a handy feature to have when exploring.

This second release from the latest M-FORCE generation is ideal for adventuring outdoors. Sturdiness and toughness are integrated into every design detail, creating a completely different feel compared to the preceding diver’s model.

ORIENT M-FORCE, New Series (rugged outdoor watches with compass bezel)

The watches also have a distinctive bidirectional compass bezel and a large protection shield that guards the rotating bezel and the huge crown from rocks and other hazards, creating a tough, rugged image. The letters indicating the north, south, east, and west directions are displayed in the same new font used for the numbers on the diver’s watch released last year.

The watch has a sapphire crystal glass that offers superior scratch resistance. The distinctively shaped indices are inspired by off-road tyre treads, blocks and stencils. The tips of the hands and the dented indices feature high intensity Luminous Light that charges with light for high visibility at night. The orange or black second hand provides an eye-catching contrast with the dial color.

Movement

Just like the M-FORCE diver’s model, the in-house automatic caliber F6727 features various devices against shocks: a movement holder to reduce horizontal shifting and secure stability when the watch is subjected to external shocks, a boost up spring to protect from vertical shifting, and a collet to reduce shock-induced displacement of the hair spring attached to the balance wheel.

ORIENT M-FORCE, New Series (rugged outdoor watches with compass bezel)

New ORIENT M-FORCE Series Models

The second M-FORCE release features three models. The black and orange dial variations have a case, bezel, and protection shield made of stainless steel, with the metal bracelet made of SUS316L stainless steel. Integrating seamlessly with the lugs and creating a perfect fit with the case, the metal bracelet is a new design exclusive to M-FORCE.

The model with the green dial and nylon strap features a bezel and protection shield made of stainless steel with a black metal finish. All models come in an all-black original presentation box, reflecting the individuality and toughness of M-FORCE watches.

Technical details

Collection: Sports
Series name: ORIENT M-FORCE New Series

References
RA-AC0N01B
RA-AC0N02Y
RA-AC0N03E

Movement
Automatic (with hand winding) mechanical in-house caliber F6727 made in Japan
Power reserve: 40 hours
Accuracy: ＋25 seconds ～－15 seconds per day
Second hands hacking
22 jewels

Case
RA-AC0N01B and RA-AC0N02Y: Stainless steel
RA-AC0N03E: Stainless steel with black plated bezel
Case size: 45.0 mm (47.0mm with protection shield) / thickness 12.8 mm
Glass: Sapphire crystal (anti reflective coating)
Rotating bezel (simple compass)
Screw-down crown
Stainless steel case back with M-FORCE logo
Water resistance 20 bar (200 m)

Dial
Black, Orange or Green dial
Luminous Light
Date display at 3 o’ clock

Strap
RA-AC0N01B and RA-AC0N02: Stainless steel (SUS316L) bracelet’ trifold deployant buckle with push button and security latch, width: 20 mm
RA-AC0N03E: Nylon strap with pin buckle, width 20 mm