There’s a certain fascination with clockwork mechanisms, especially self-powered ones, that gearheads, motorheads and watchmakers worldwide understand and appreciate all too well. Holstein-born indie watchmaker Oris has been continuously championing this fascination they fondly call “The Joy of Mechanics” since its establishment in 1904.
Committed to bringing a fresh, new experience to the age-old pleasure of mechanical watchmaking, Oris introduced a fun video game and mobile app inspired by the cogs and wheels in mechanical movements. Today, they’ve followed it up with a new partnership with one of pop culture’s most iconic entertainers – showrunner and star of Disney’s The Muppets, Kermit the Frog – for the latest interpretation of its ProPilot X Calibre 400 timepiece.
Created by legendary puppeteer Jim Hanson for the sole purpose of entertainment, Kermit has been the driving force behind the motley crew of Muppets since his arrival in 1955, creating fond memories with children and adults around the world. Over the years, Kermit has taken on a life of his own and has been invited to numerous high-profile talk shows and red-carpet events as a guest host or special guest, including the recent King Charles III Coronation Concert, much to the delight of the royal family and their guests.
In recognition of his cultural impact, Kermit was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His song Rainbow Connection from The Muppet Movie would even go on to receive the Best Original Song nomination at the 52nd Academy Awards. His worldwide popularity has also sparked a series of capsule collections, collectibles and special collaborations with major brands such as Adidas, Supreme and now Oris.
This story is from the June 2023 edition of Augustman Malaysia.
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