Oris Unveils the Artelier Calibre 113, Year of the Horse Limited Edition
Oris has returned to one of its most technically impressive in house movements with the release of the Artelier Calibre 113, a watch that blends classical design with some genuinely serious mechanical ambition. This is not a loud sports watch or a retro reissue. It is Oris doing what it does best when it wants to remind everyone that it can play in the high end mechanical space on its own terms.
The Artelier Calibre 113 is all about depth, both visually and mechanically. It is a watch designed to be lived with, studied, and appreciated over time rather than glanced at once and forgotten.
A Classic Case with Purpose
Housed in a 43mm multi piece stainless steel case, the Artelier Calibre 113 has real presence on the wrist without tipping into excess. The proportions feel deliberate, giving the dial space to breathe while allowing the complications to remain legible. Double domed sapphire crystal on the front and back adds a sense of refinement and allows plenty of light to hit the dial and movement.
Despite its dress leaning aesthetic, the watch remains robust enough for everyday wear, with water resistance rated to 5 bar. This is a reminder that Oris still builds watches to be worn, not hidden away.
A Dial Built Around Information
The dial is where the Calibre 113 really starts to show its character. At first glance it looks complex, but spend a little time with it and the layout makes complete sense.
At twelve o’clock sits the day display, while the date appears at nine. Around the outer edge of the dial runs a week and month indicator, tracked by a central pointer hand. It is an unusual complication and one that immediately sets this watch apart. Week and month displays are rarely seen together, especially in a watch that remains this readable.
At three o’clock you will find the power reserve indicator, and this is where Oris adds a touch of personality.
Calibre 113: Ten Days of Mechanical Confidence
The heart of the watch is the hand wound Oris Calibre 113, an in house movement developed to showcase what the brand is capable of when it is given free rein.
The headline figure is the ten day power reserve, achieved through a single oversized barrel. That is not just impressive on paper. It means you can put the watch down for over a week, pick it back up, and it is still ticking away happily.
The power reserve indicator is non linear and highly distinctive. When the watch is fully wound, the dial aligns with a galloping horse. As the reserve runs down, the horse gradually comes to rest. It is a small detail, but one that adds charm and reinforces the idea that this is a watch meant to be interacted with.
Flip the watch over and the sapphire caseback reveals the movement in full. The finishing is clean and purposeful rather than flashy, very much in keeping with Oris’s philosophy of honest mechanics.
A Serious Watch for Serious Enthusiasts
The Artelier Calibre 113 is not a watch that tries to chase trends. It does not rely on nostalgia or bold colours to make an impact. Instead, it offers something far more enduring: mechanical depth, thoughtful design, and complications that are genuinely useful rather than decorative.
This is the kind of release that quietly reinforces Oris’s reputation among enthusiasts who value independence and substance. It may not shout, but it speaks very clearly to those who know what they are looking at.
For anyone who appreciates long power reserves, unusual calendar displays, and the satisfaction of a well engineered hand wound movement, the Artelier Calibre 113 stands as one of Oris’s most compelling modern releases. Price - £6100.00.
