Orient

Orient Men's CET05001B Multi-Eyes Black Automatic Watch

• Quality Japanese Automatic movement; functions without a battery; powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Solid stainless-Steel Bracelet
• Mineral crystal

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

In my opinion, this collection is one of the most stunning classic watches that Orient has to offer. It has a very clean and simple design but looks sophisticated. What I love most about this watch is the 3-tone design on the surface of the dial (face). The textures of the inner dial, as well as the outer dial, complement well with the texture of the sub-dials.

The dial has many attributes that make this watch into a successful timepiece. Features such as the date indicator (located at the 6 o’clock position,) the day sub-dial (located near the 2 o’clock position,) and the 24-hour sub-dial makes you value such a work of art.

If you want to adjust the date, you must first loosen the crown (time-setting knob) located at the 4 o’clock position. You will notice that there are 2 levels to the crown. The first level adjusts the date indicator, while the second level adjusts the time and the date of week. The hour and minute hands are both luminescent so you may view the time in the dark. When adjusting the time, you will see that the 24-hour sub-dial corresponds with the movement of the hour hand.

The crown comes with the engraved Orient logo and shoulders for protection. This automatic watch runs on the power stored within the spring of the watch. As the owner wears the watch, the spring naturally stores power. This watch is also water-resistant for up to 50 meters.

Bands and clasps are important aspects to a watch as they can provide a nice feel and should compliment the rest of the watch’s vibrant design. For this watch, the band is engineered to focus on comfort. The metal band comes with both matte and finished links. This provides a two-toned shine to the rest of the watch.

Next to the dial, you will see that the first two links are tapered followed by untapered links. The deployment clasp for this collection adds security so that the watch does not come off unintentionally. The three dial-color variations to this watch come in: black, navy blue, or white.

The Orient Story

The Orient Story The Orient Story Orient Watch was formally established in July 13th, 1950 in Tokyo. Orient Watch has focused on mechanical watch making, specializing in self-winding watches using only our in-house movements. Orient is considered one of the "Big Three" watch companies in Japan, but what sets them apart from the competition is that they have dedicated themselves in the advancement of mechanical watch making. The Orient Watch Company produces their mechanical movements in-house at their facility in Japan. These movements are dedicated for the use Orient's own mechanical watches. This list of industry abnormalities with the consideration of being one of the most affordable choices makes Orient an exceptional experience in the world of time keeping, and yet remains as one of the most obtainable. Orient is a brand unlike any other... It is profoundly unique. Orient In-House Movements Orient Watch is known throughout the world as Japan's mechanical watch. The center of Orient's philosophy is to be and remain a true watch maker accessible to all. In practice, this means an unyielding determination to design, manufacture and assemble the best mechanical movements. Now after 59 years, Orient’s passion for the art of time keeping has led to becoming the largest mechanical watch manufacturer in Japan. Orient 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY - Located in Los Angeles, California, Orient's American Service Station provides owners with a Warranty and Repair office now in the USA.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001EWEQE4
• Item model number: CET05001B
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,974 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I almost don't want to write a review for this watch because I want to keep it all to myself!, July 26, 2007

By 

M. Thomas (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

An absolutely beautiful timepiece. You can read various details online about the Orient company, its history and reputation. I first ran across the brand a year or so ago on a trip through Asia. I didn't buy one then, but I've been stalking Orients since I got back. From my limited experience so farwith this Multi-Eye I can vouch for solid design and very nice craftsmanship - from the domed crystal, to the heavy-weight band, to the delicate detailwork on the face this watch is just wonderful to look at and to wear. We'll see how the self-winding movement holds up over time (again, you can find resources for Orient movements online). I am not personally one to get caught up in + or - seconds a day. If I want accuracy I'll buy Quartz. I bought this watch mainly as a dressier piece so I anticipate resetting the time on a semi-regular basis or using a watchwinder to keep it up to speed. I am now anxiously stalking my next Orient. You'll certainly run across other folks with more expensive watches. I personally have no interest in dropping a grand or more on something as insignificant at a watch. At this price and for my taste, I don't think that you could find anything that is as much of a knockout. Should reliability become an issue I'll edit this review accordingly.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Looks and Quality Far Outweigh Whats Lacking, February 9, 2009

By 

Suspect_7 (Oklahoma City, OK USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Orient Men's CET05001B Multi-Eyes Black Automatic Watch (Watch)

Amazing timepiece... the watch is better looking than I had expected. While classically designed, the few Arabic numbers, unique black face and bracelet design make this watch versatile enough to wear with most of your wardrobe. The data says that the face is about 42 mm wide but that includes the crown. Without the crown it comes to a nice 39mm (not to big and not to small)

For the price you get 1) Orient's in-house automatic movement which has a great reputation among collectors 2) A 20mm solid steel bracelet with a nice combination of 2 finishes. Many watches at this price have a bracelet with folded links which generally are not made as well and kind of noisy if the watch moves at all on the wrist. 3) Push button clasp which is a personal preference of mine.

Somebody may care so I am going to say that the only minor complaint that I have is that it has a domed mineral crystal which sometimes causes the face to distort and reflect light when looking at the watch at odd angles or directly under a light. And it also would have been nice to have a screw down crown. Of course if I were to get a similar watch with a sapphire crystal and a screw down crown I would also be paying A LOT more money. Its not worth the upgrade if you have a limited pocket depth.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect mix of form, function, and value, February 1, 2010

By 

Jonathan C. Williams - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Orient Men's CET05001B Multi-Eyes Black Automatic Watch (Watch)

I purchased this watch after much research. I knew I wanted something with a great mix of value, form, and function. I think this watch is a home run in all three of those categories.

As far as value, your getting an automatic watch from a company with proven designs for $120 (you might be able to find it cheaper on Orient's USA site and with a coupon!). I ended up getting it on Amazon because Orient was out of stock of the this specific watch in black.

As for form, I love it! Everything from the intricate designs of the black background on the watch (see close up photos here: [...]) to the simple design with few numbers...gives this watch avery intriguing look, yet doesn't look too busy. Even the band looks great. I love the brushed finish along side the polished finish. Even the offset crown adds to the looks, and is functional.

As far as function, I love having the ability to check the normal time, 24-hour time, day of the week, and date. I find myself filling out forms on a daily basis and wondering what day of the week it is, or the date. Now I don't have to worry about it. So useful! And the extra functionality blends into the form of the watch perfectly. The hands and hour markers are also glow-in-the-dark, which can be useful.

Overall, I LOVE this watch. I'm thrilled that I got such a great mix of value, form, and function. At the end of the day, that's all I want in a product.