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Armin Strom Orbit Purple introduces on-demand date display

March 2025


Armin Strom Orbit Purple introduces on-demand date display

The brand calls it the world’s first on-demand pointer-date, displaying the date only when activated. It sits on a ceramic bezel framing a midnight purple fumé dial and an exhibition opening revealing the mechanism in all its glory. Housed in a black DLC case, this is a limited edition of 20 pieces.

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ith the Orbit, Armin Strom have created the world’s first on-demand pointer-date on a bezel. And in doing so, they didn’t just rethink a complication – they introduced a whole new experience. Most watches just force the date on you. The date function is always present – whether you like it or not, it shifts at midnight, ticking off another day. The Orbit? It’s different. It only displays the date when you ask.

While the date function shows restraint, the dial doesn’t hold back. The striking purple fumé finish shifts from a vivid purple center to darker edges, drawing the eye in. The purple date pointer and the date on the ceramic bezel match the dial’s color, creating a seamless design. A black DLC-coated case and rugged black textile strap complete the look with high-contrast impact.

Armin Strom Orbit Purple introduces on-demand date display

Fully hand-finished, the Orbit Purple reflects our deep respect for traditional craftsmanship and hand decoration – paired with a passion for forward-thinking mechanics. Limited to just 20 pieces, it’s a rare blend of quiet innovation and distinctive style.

Armin Strom Orbit Purple introduces on-demand date display

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Reference no. ST25-OR.01

Movement

  • Armin Strom Manufacture Caliber ASS20
  • Indications: Hours, minutes, seconds, date
  • Winding mechanism: Automatic winding with micro rotor
  • Functions: Column-wheel date on demand, patented equal force barrel
  • Regulating system: Balance wheel with 4 regulating screws
  • Power reserve: 72 hours
  • Dimensions: 35.52 mm x 8.42 mm
  • Frequency: 3.5 Hz (25,200 vibrations per hour)
  • Jewels:30

Case

  • DLC black-coated stainless steel, fixed ceramic bezel Sapphire crystal and case back with anti-reflective treatment
  • Water resistance: 5 ATM
  • Diameter: 43.4 mm
  • Height: 12.6 mm
  • Lug-to-Lug: 44.35 mm

Dial

  • Purple-to-black colour gradient, indexes with Super-LumiNova filling
  • Hands: Rhodium, facetted and polished with Super-LumiNova filling

Strap

  • Black textile strap
  • DLC black coated stainless steel pin buckle

Limited Edition 20 pieces

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