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It’s that time of year when everyone does their recaps and “best of\u2026”
\nlists again, and the blog is no stranger to this old tradition. And in what has
\nbecome my own little end-of-year ritual, the last post of the year would cover
\nmy completely subjective, 100% biased one-man vote for best Orient release of
\nthe year, as well as my favorite personal acquisitions.<\/p>\n

While 2024 seemed to indicate a bit of a slowdown in creativity across
\nthe watchmaking industry, I felt 2025 did a little better. And as part of that
\nslight upturn, Orient too introduced some nice new models. So, let’s get these
\non the podium, shall we!<\/p>\n

In 3rd<\/sup> place \u2013 again, based on nothing more than my personal
\ntaste \u2013 the solar
\nMako<\/a>. I find the combination of the latest 40mm Mako design with a
\nlight-powered quartz movement very sensible. It’s practical, looks good, and
\nshould appeal to many consumers who aren’t necessarily attracted to mechanical
\nwatches.<\/p>\n

Second place had to go to some member of the\u00a0Stretto<\/a>\u00a0family or another, simply for being a brand-new\u00a0model family. And from that
\nfamily, I chose the sun and moon version as my favorite. Because I like this
\nvery-Orient design, and I believe it fits the Stretto’s line quite well.<\/p>\n

However, the best new Orient of the year had to go to the M45
\nF8 Moon Phase Hand Winding watch<\/a>. It is such a clean, elegant, and unique
\npiece! Its price puts it in near direct competition with moon-phase models
\nfrom the likes of Tudor, Longines, and a few other Swiss brands \u2013 and surprisingly
\n\u2013 or not \u2013 it has nothing to be ashamed of. And at least in terms of looks and
\nfinishing, I do not think I’d trade it for any of them.<\/p>\n

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My personal collection also grew this year. The first addition to the
\nset was actually a new 2025 release. The new Contemporary
\nStandard<\/a> could not get onto the podium, as it was not really a new model
\nbut rather new color options for the existing model, but that did not make it
\nany less worthy! I loved the green dial, and it proved to be an excellent daily
\nwear.<\/p>\n

Another purchase was a vintage watch, but one that’s almost as practical
\nand wearable as a new timepiece. The 1964
\nCalendar Auto diver<\/a> is a true classic, and finding a well-maintained one
\nwas very rewarding.<\/p>\n

The last acquisition of 2025, which will probably be the topic of an
\nupcoming blog post, is a “zodiac dial” Royal Orient from the late
\n1950s. Dressy, classy, but also a little bit funky, it’s a perfect example of
\nOrient’s top-of-the-line releases from that glamorous era.<\/p>\n

Together, these three represent some of the brand’s archetypal facets:
\na beater, a diver, a dress watch; modern and vintage; bold and subtle. <\/p>\n

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And what about 2026? Well, I’m pretty sure the trend of increased
\ncreativity will continue, and I’m expecting some good stuff to come! <\/p>\n

Until then, I wish all the blog readers and followers, friends, and loved ones a happy new year! See you in 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n