Orient Watch: Mako GMT Black RA-BC0001B

Orient Mako GMT: a diving and travel watch in one, always reliable and accessible

The Black Mako GMT RA-BC0001B embodies Orient's modern vision of a professional travel watch. The black Mako GMT features a 42.8 mm stainless steel case, perfectly balanced for daily wear and providing a handsome presence. Its legible, sunburst black dial, combined with a black and gray bi-color unidirectional bezel, reinforces the sporty DNA of this GMT dive watch, consistent with the Mako GMT range.

Powered by an in-house automatic movement developed by Orient, the Mako steel watch is equipped with the F6P22 caliber, known for its reliability and robustness. This automatic movement offers a second time zone thanks to its GMT function, as well as a hacking feature (stop-seconds), allowing for precise time setting on every Orient, particularly within the Mako range.

Designed to accompany you in any situation, the black Mako GMT features 200-meter water resistance, meeting the standards of professional diving watches. Its sapphire crystal effectively protects the dial against daily scratches. With its comfortable and durable steel bracelet, the black Orient Mako GMT is aimed at both sports watch enthusiasts and fans of Japanese watchmaking.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Orient

• Model: Black Mako GMT

• Reference: RA-BC0001B

• Movement: Automatic F6P22, 21,600 vph, 40-hour power reserve

• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, GMT, date, hacking, manual winding

• Case: 316L stainless steel, diameter 42.8 mm, thickness 13.4 mm, lug-to-lug 49.5 mm

• Crystal: Sapphire

• Dial: Sunburst black with raised indices and luminescent hands, red second hand

• Bezel: Bidirectional 24-hour stainless steel, bi-color black and gray, 120 clicks

• Case back: Screw-down with Orient logo engraving

• Bracelet: Steel, lug width 20 mm, stainless steel folding clasp

• Water resistance: 200 meters (20 ATM)

• Orient Warranty: 3 years

Why choose this watch?

Choosing the Orient Mako GMT Black RA-BC0001B watch means opting for an automatic, professional, reliable, and versatile travel diver. Its balanced size, in-house Orient movement, and level of finish make it a watch suitable for both daily use and intense activities. The black Orient Mako GMT appeals with its excellent value for money and distinctive horological identity.

The Orient brand

Since its founding in 1950, Orient has been synonymous with quality, precision, and elegance in the world of watchmaking. Based in Japan, the brand quickly established itself as a key player thanks to its commitment to innovation and artisanal craftsmanship. Orient watches are designed for those who appreciate sophisticated watch mechanisms and timeless design.

With over 70 years of experience, Orient combines tradition and modern technology to create watches that meet the expectations of the most demanding enthusiasts. Each collection (Bambino, Mako, or Stretto) is the result of precision engineering and exceptional attention to detail, reflecting Japanese heritage and expertise.