The ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition is Oris’ second collaboration with The Muppets, following the ProPilot X Kermit two years ago. Housed in a 34 mm stainless steel case, the Miss Piggy Edition has vibrant “hot pink” dial with a synthetic diamond for a 12 o’clock marker, while the Muppets character makes an appearance on the rotor, and can be glimpsed through a small porthole on the case back. The new edition retains the model’s signature knurled bezel and integrated bracelet equipped with a “Lift” folding clasp modelled on an aircraft seat belt buckle.

Initial thoughts

Though part of the ProPilot line that’s mostly made up of no-frills aviator’s watches, the Miss Piggy Edition is definitely not a traditional pilot’s watch. Instead, it’s a playful interpretation of the genre that’s conceived for women, which also encapsulates the brand’s experimental spirit found in its limited editions. The novelty of the Muppets theme aside, the watch also has an acceptable level of fit and finish for the price, which is nonetheless a little steep.

With a retail price of US$3,200, the Miss Piggy Edition is relatively expensive given its movement, even considering the synthetic diamond marker. It is powered by the Oris cal. 531, which is actually a Sellita SW100, a movement with easy serviceability and reliability, but one that’s inexpensive. Many of its competitors in this price segment, Tudor and Longines for instance, offer watches with higher-spec movements, while micro-brands that employ a similar movement usually cost less.

Pink with diamonds

The highlight of the watch is the matte, bright pink dial that evokes Miss Piggy’s trademark hue, which is adorned with a lab-grown, baguette-cut diamond at noon. Purple applied indices and brushed sword-shaped hands complete the dial.

Another notable feature of the watch is the “Lift” clasp on the bracelet, a signature feature of Oris watches. It’s chunky but easy to use, with a lift-up locking mechanism inspired by the seat belt buckle found in aircraft seats.

On the reverse, a small porthole reveals Miss Piggy, who appears and disappears with each oscillation of the rotor. Powering the watch is the self-winding Oris cal. 531, which is derived from the Sellita SW100. It beats at 28,800 beats per hour and offers 42 hours of power reserve.

Key facts and price

Oris ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition

Diameter: 34 mm
Height: Unavailable
Material: Stainless steel
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 100 m

Movement: Oris 531 (based on Sellita SW100)
Functions: Hours, minutes, and seconds
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 28,800 beats per second (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 42 hours

Strap: Matching steel bracelet

Limited edition: No
Availability: Now at Oris boutiques and retailers
Price: US$3,200

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