September 25 2026

Orient Flusso: The SK Returns In A Modern Form

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Before integrated-bracelet watches became one of the defining styles of modern sports-watch design, Orient was already experimenting with the formula.

The brand’s SK watches from the 1970s and ’80s provide the starting point for the new Flusso, but this is no straightforward reissue. Orient has taken the characteristic details of those vintage models and rebuilt them around a slimmer, more fluid 39 mm case, a fully integrated steel bracelet and a new in-house automatic movement.

There are subtle reminders of the past — most notably the four recessed accents at the corners of the case — but the overall result is unmistakably contemporary.

And with prices starting at € 299, the Flusso brings that piece of Orient history to a very different part of the market.

A 39mm case with a distinctive silhouette

At the centre of the collection is a 39 mm tonneau-shaped case made from 316L stainless steel. Rather than relying on a large bezel or aggressive sports-watch detailing, Orient keeps the proportions relatively clean, with a narrow polished bezel surrounding the dial.

The case mixes brushed and polished surfaces, with polished bevels running along its edges to create contrast and define the different planes. Four recessed elements positioned near the corners are among the most distinctive details. They are a contemporary interpretation of the external bolts found on historical SK watches.

The crown is also integrated into the case design. Its surrounding squared section provides additional protection while creating a practical surface for operating the crown when winding the movement or setting the time.

Measuring 10.90 mm thick, the Flusso remains relatively restrained for a mechanical sports watch. Its 39 mm diameter also puts it in a size range that should work across a broad range of wrists.

The bracelet is part of the architecture

Rather than attaching a conventional bracelet to traditional lugs, Orient has designed the Flusso around the bracelet from the beginning.

The first links emerge directly from the case, following its contours before transitioning into the articulated bracelet. This creates the uninterrupted profile that has become characteristic of integrated-bracelet watches.

The bracelet is finished in stainless steel and secured by a folding clasp with push-button release.

This approach does mean that the Flusso is less flexible when it comes to changing straps, but that is largely inherent to this type of construction. The watch has been conceived as a single design rather than a case intended to accommodate multiple bracelet and strap configurations.

Three-hand simplicity

The Flusso collection keeps things deliberately straightforward on the dial. There is no date window, leaving the three-hand layout symmetrical and uncluttered.

The standard stainless-steel models are available with silver, dark grey and royal-blue sunburst dials, each using the changing interaction between the dial surface and light to add depth without introducing unnecessary decoration.

There is also a gold-tone version with a white sunburst dial, creating a considerably more traditional appearance than the steel models.

For those looking for something more expressive, Orient has created a 4,500-piece limited edition. Its ruby-red gradient dial is visually more elaborate, combining a textured surface with broad grooves and a subtle patterned finish. The colour is also intended as a link to the brand’s historic SK designs.

Luminous material is applied to the hour and minute hands, providing the practical low-light legibility expected from a sports-oriented watch.

A new movement beneath the dial

The Flusso also marks the introduction of a new automatic movement from Orient.

The Caliber F6522 is an in-house three-hand movement without a date complication, matching the clean architecture of the dials. It offers approximately 40 hours of power reserve and a stated accuracy of +25/-15 seconds per day.

The specifications are relatively straightforward, but the movement is notable in the context of the Flusso’s positioning. An in-house automatic calibre is not something commonly associated with watches at this price level.

Orient has chosen not to expose the movement through the case back. Instead, a solid steel back carries an engraved Orient logo, keeping the focus on the watch’s exterior and contributing to its more robust sports-watch character.

Built for everyday wear

Despite its retro references, the Flusso is very much designed as a contemporary everyday watch.

The combination of a sapphire crystal, 100 metres of water resistance, luminous hands, automatic winding and an integrated steel bracelet gives it the practical credentials expected from a daily sports watch.

Its relatively compact dimensions also make the design less imposing than many modern sports watches, while the 39 mm case preserves enough wrist presence for the integrated bracelet to remain visually convincing.

Pricing and availability

The new Orient Flusso collection will be available from December 2026.

The standard stainless-steel models will be priced at € 299, with the ruby-red limited edition costing € 335. The gold-tone version will be positioned at € 360.

Orient Flusso: The SK Returns In A Modern Form