Orient Star has launched two new M45 F8 Mechanical Moon Phase Hand Winding models from its Classic Collection M45, featuring a regular model and a limited edition model of 140 pieces. The regular model depicts the gentle moon in the still of the night and the slow passage of time, while the limited edition model portrays a mystical scene of the star cluster Pleiades and the moon, attracting watch enthusiasts with irresistible appeals.

The limited edition model’s grey gradation dial depicts a beautiful scene of the Pleiades star cluster and the moon glowing mysteriously in the dark. This marks the second exploration of the theme of occultation or the overlapping of the moon and the Pleiades, first expressed in the M45 F7 Mechanical Moon Phase model released in 2024. The new model’s dial has a stamped pattern expressing the countless stars of the M45 Pleiades star cluster, with a monotone gradation that shifts from grey at the centre to black at the outer edge, achieved using a uniquely formulated paint. In addition, the thick, clear coating applied using a wrapping technique, portrays the depths of the universe stretching into eternity. The dial also features multiple rounds of pad printing on the Roman numerals to create a sense of contour and shading, grey hands with two different finishes (mirror and hairline), and silver-coloured dots expressing the most radiant stars in the Pleiades star cluster.

Both the regular and limited edition models are powered by the newly developed, hand-winding in-house calibre F8A62—a two-hand movement that not only reflects the theme of simplicity but also enhances the watch’s classical design with its slim profile. Equipped with an in-house silicon escape wheel and 70-hour power reserve, calibre F8A62 is characterized by a bridge with a cut-out allowing the blue escape wheel to be viewed from the see-through case back. It also features Geneva stripes evoking star trails, a crescent-shaped window, and a revamped moon phase display that now features a moon motif made of mother-of-pearl and stars scattered against a lustrous night sky. The attractiveness of the moon phase is elevated by the exquisite finishing and the gentle expression of the mother-of-pearl moon.

Specifications

• Movement: Mechanical
• Caliber Code: F8A62
• Average Accuracy: +15 seconds ~ -5 seconds per day (Static Accuracy)
• Power Reserve: 70 hours
• Case Material: Stainless Steel (SUS316L)
• Glass Material: Dual Curved Sapphire Crystal Glass (SAR Coating)
• Glass Material Caseback: Sapphire Crystal Glass
• Luminous Light: -
• Strap Material: Cordovan
• Strap Color: Black
• Strap Width: 20mm
• Clasp Type: Pusher 3-Folded
• Weight: 79g
• Case Size 12H-6H: 46.7mm
• Case Size 3H-9H: 39.5mm
• Thickness: 11.9mm
• Water Resistance: 3bar (30m)
• Magnetic Resistance: 4,800 A/m
• Other Features: Hand Winding, Silicon Escapement Wheel, Moon Phase Function (Moon Phase Adjusting Tool Attached), Power Reserve Indicator, 20 Jewels, See-Through Exhibition Case Back, 140 Limited Editions
• Guarantee: 2 years