“Waterproof Anti-Shock” is dial text found on many vintage Oris wristwatches from roughly the 1950s to the 1970s, advertising water resistance and shock protection for the movement. Many of these watches used pin-lever movements, because Swiss regulations kept Oris from making more precise lever-escapement movements until 1965; the following year, Oris launched its first lever-escapement watch, the original Star. Today, most vintage Waterproof Anti-Shock Orises sell for a few hundred dollars. If you own higher-value watches, Borro can turn them into fast, private funding, with watch loans from $2,500 and no credit check.
Vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Maker | Oris, Hölstein, Switzerland (founded June 1, 1904) |
| Era | Mostly 1950s–1970s |
| Dial text | “Waterproof” and “Anti-Shock” (sometimes “Antishock”) marketing descriptors |
| Movements | Often pin-lever calibers before 1965; lever escapements from 1966 |
| Example | Oris 7305, 17 jewels, “Waterproof Antishock,” 1960s |
| Typical value | Usually a few hundred dollars; one 1960s example sold for about €220 |
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What Does “Waterproof Anti-Shock” Mean on an Oris?
The phrases were common selling points on mid-century Swiss watches. “Waterproof” indicated a sealed case for its era, though older watches should never be assumed water resistant today without testing and new gaskets. “Anti-Shock” signaled a shock-protection system for the balance, intended to help the movement survive knocks. On an Oris, the wording helps date a watch to the brand’s pin-lever and early lever-escapement period.
A Short History of Oris
Paul Cattin and Georges Christian founded Oris on June 1, 1904, in Hölstein, Switzerland, after buying a recently closed watch factory, and named the company after a nearby brook. For decades, the Swiss Watch Statute, introduced in the 1930s to stabilize the industry, restricted which companies could make lever-escapement movements, so Oris built less precise pin-lever calibers. Rolf Portmann, who joined Oris in 1956, led a long legal challenge against those rules, which were lifted in 1965. In 1966, Oris introduced the original Star, its first watch with a lever escapement.
How Much Is a Vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock Worth?
Values are modest. A 1960s Oris 7305 with “17 Jewels Waterproof Antishock” on the dial sold for about €220 at auction. Price depends on the caliber, whether the movement is pin-lever or lever, case and dial condition and originality. Check recent sold listings for comparable references, or ask a vintage watch specialist.
Can You Get a Loan Against a Vintage Watch?
Borro lends against luxury watches with a minimum loan of $2,500 and loans of up to 65% of value, so watch loans suit pieces worth roughly $4,000 or more, including collectible vintage Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe and Heuer watches. A vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock on its own will not reach that threshold, but if your collection includes higher-value watches, Borro can help:
- No credit check and no personal guarantee. The watch secures the loan, and Borro does not ask for personal or business financial statements.
- Fast funding. Once your loan is approved, funds can arrive in as little as one business day.
- You keep ownership. Your watch is held in fully insured, secure safekeeping and returned when you repay.
- Experienced and discreet. Borro has lent more than $1 billion to clients across the country and holds an A+ BBB rating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a loan against my vintage watch collection?
Yes, for watches valuable enough to support a loan. Borro’s watch loans start at $2,500 and lend up to 65% of value, so they suit watches worth roughly $4,000 or more.
What does “Waterproof Anti-Shock” mean on an Oris watch?
It is mid-century dial wording advertising a sealed case and shock protection for the movement. Vintage watches should not be assumed water resistant today.
How old is my Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock?
Most were made between roughly the 1950s and 1970s. The caliber and dial details help narrow the date.
Are vintage Oris watches pin-lever?
Many pre-1965 Oris watches used pin-lever movements because of Swiss regulations. Oris introduced its first lever-escapement watch, the Star, in 1966.
How much is a vintage Oris Waterproof Anti-Shock worth?
Usually a few hundred dollars. One 1960s Oris 7305 example sold for about €220.
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