Orient x Peanuts™ 75th Anniversary Limited Editions
Japanese watch brand Orient and Peanuts™ have teamed up to launch three collaborative series in celebration of their respective 75th anniversaries this year: Classic and Simple Style 38 in limited-editions of 7,800 and 3,100 pieces, Semi Skeleton in a limited-edition of 1,900 pieces, and Diver Design 40 in a limited-edition of 3,800 pieces.
Founded in 1950, Orient has built its credibility as a trusted watch brand with its in-house manufactured mechanical watches and presence in over 70 countries. Another globally loved brand celebrating its 75th year is Peanuts, which also began in 1950 as a comic strip in American newspapers.
To commemorate the 75th anniversary of both brands, special collaborative models have been released from three iconic series of Orient watches: Classic and Simple Style 38 from the Classic Collection, Semi Skeleton from the Contemporary Collection, and Diver Design 40 from the Sports Collection.
The new Orient x Peanuts™ 75th Anniversary limited-edition pieces feature Orient’s original logo in cursive at 12 o’clock along with specially designed Peanuts anniversary artwork at 6 o’clock of Snoopy in his classic sleeping position and Woodstock wearing a golden crown. The crown evokes Orient’s symbol of two lions facing one another.
Popular for its classic mechanical watch designs and compact size, the Classic and Simple Style 38 comes in two dial colours: a basic white dial, and a cream yellow dial emphasizing the model’s vintage look. Woodstock also replaces the numeral “1” on the date display, adding a witty touch to the design.
The Semi Skeleton’s aperture at 9 o’clock reveals part of the movement underneath, highlighting the charm of mechanical watches. Snoopy and Woodstock sit charmingly on the circular seconds display at 6 o’clock, adding warmth and friendliness to the contemporary, functional design.
The final piece in the line-up of these limited-edited watches is Diver Design 40 which follows the deep historical lineage of Orient’s diver designed watches. Here Woodstock once again replaces the numeral “1” on the date display.
The compact and light style of Diver Design perfectly complements the subtle humour of Peanuts to create a watch that is appealing in new ways. All models have a 40-hour power reserve and are powered with an automatic in-house calibre providing stable accuracy.
The case back features the words “Orient 75th Anniversary” in cursive, the 75th anniversary Peanuts logo, and engravings of Woodstock and the limited-edition serial number.
Every model comes in a special box featuring the 75th anniversary logo design. The leather straps on the Classic and Simple Style 38 and Semi Skeleton models incorporate the easy exchange strap system for easy strap attachment and removal, allowing the wearer to change the look of the watch depending on the occasion.
Orient x Peanuts™ 75th Anniversary Limited Editions
Orient Classic and Simple Style 38, References RA-AC0M16S and RA-AC0M17G
Movement
Automatic with hand winding
In-house calibre F6724
Second hands hacking
22 jewels
Power reserve: 40 hours
Accuracy: ＋25 seconds～ －15 seconds per day
Case
Stainless steel case
Width: 38mm
Thickness: 12.5mm
Domed sapphire crystal glass
Case-back: Orient 75th anniversary and Peanuts 75th anniversary marks, Woodstock, Limited edition, and series number engraved. Exhibition case-back
Water resistance 3 bar (30 m)
Dial
RA-AC0M16S: White
RA-AC0M17G: Cream yellow
Strap
Black or beige leather strap
Pink buckle
Easy exchange strap
Strap width: 20mm
Edition
RA-AC0M16S: Limited edition of 7,800 pieces
RA-AC0M17G: Limited edition of 3,100 pieces
Orient Semi Skeleton, RA-AR0011S
Movement
In house calibre F6S22
Automatic with hand winding
Second hands hacking
24 jewels
Power reserve: 40 hours
Accuracy: ＋25 seconds 5 seconds ～ －15 seconds per day
Case
Stainless steel case
Lug to lug: 48mm
Width: 40.8mm
Thickness: 10.9mm
Case-back: Orient 75th anniversary and Peanuts 75 anniversary marks, Woodstock, Limited edition, and serial number engraved
Front glass: Sapphire crystal
See-through exhibition caseback
Water resistance to 5 bar (50 m)
Strap
Black leather strap with pin buckle
Easy exchange strap
Width: 22mm
Dial
White
Edition
Limited edition of 1,900 pieces
Orient Diver Design 40, RA-AC0Q08S
Movement
In-house calibre F6722
Automatic (with hand winding)
Second hands hacking
22 jewels
Power reserve: 40 hours
Accuracy: ＋25 seconds～ －15 seconds per day
Case
Stainless steel case
Lug to lug: 46.5mm
Width: 39.9mm
Thickness: 12.8mm
Case-back: Orient 75th anniversary, Peanuts 75th anniversary, Woodstock, Limited edition, and serial number engraved
Front glass: sapphire crystal
Unidirectional rotating bezel
Screw down crown
Water resistance 20 bar (200 m. Not an ISO standard diver’s watch)
Strap
Black leather strap with pin buckle
Strap width: 20mm
Dial
White
Edition
Limited edition of 3,800 pieces
