by Kyle Stults on February 25, 2010
Special forces watch -49mm titanium case, antimagnetic, “gun metal grey” PVD, 1,000m water resistant…
Tribute to the Italian 9th Reggimento d’Assalto Paracadutisti (9th Parachutist Assault Regiment)
This is the new “Col Moschin” Limited Edition watch from Oris. In a testament to its worthiness, Oris had it field tested by the Col Moschin – perhaps the most elite unit of the Italian Army. “Field tested” is perhaps an understatement given that the Col Moschin special forces wore the watch on jumps from 9,000 meters and on dives down to 40 meters, among other rugged uses. Most striking about this watch is its size – the 49mm case is massive just like it looks. But because the case is titanium, and it comes on a rubber strap, it is probably much lighter than you might think. Also adding to its manly appeal is its thick, brush-finish bezel that looks very tough. Lest you forget what country’s elite special forces this watch is inspired by, the power reserve is done in the Italian colors of red, white and green. You may recall that Oris introduced a similar, actually slightly larger (51mm case), watch last year – the Oris ProDiver Chronograph (link here, scroll down about halfway), however I like this watch much better – it seems like a perfect Special Forces watch. But I think it could do without all the etched text on the side of the case (close up below).
Oris Col Moschin
Limited edition of 2,000
The 9th Parachutist Assault Regiment Seal
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