{"product_id":"orient-first-generation-baton-hand-day-date-blue-dial","title":"Orient First Generation Day-Date FEV03001DY (Blue Dial)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"66\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orient First Generation Baton Hand Day-Date (Blue Dial)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long-discontinued first generation Orient Baton Hand Day-Date, this model is defined by its clean baton handset, balanced day-date layout, and understated dress styling. The blue dial variant has become the most desirable among collectors due to its rich tone and increasing scarcity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"370\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced over two decades ago and now discontinued, early Baton Hand models without zirconia crystal indices are becoming increasingly difficult to source. As supply has dried up, the blue dial variant in particular has gained strong collector interest, especially in well-preserved condition with original components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eSpecifications and Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eOverall: Great Condition\u003cbr data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eCase: Great condition \u003cbr data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eCrystal: Clean\u003cbr data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eDial: Clean\u003cbr data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eMovement: Servied\u003cbr data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"944\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBracelet\/Strap: Original bracelet (fits up to 18cm wrist)\u003cbr data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eIncludes: None\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003eOrient mechanical movement\u003cbr data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eNon Hacking \/ Non Winding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003e36mm diameter\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e20mm lug width\u003cbr data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e11mm thickness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eDesign Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eSignature baton hand set unique to early generation models\u003cbr data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eClean day-date layout with strong legibility\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eDeep blue dial \u003cbr data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eClassic dress proportions with slim profile\u003cbr data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eEarly Orient design language without zirconia indices\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"2063\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eClosing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first generation Orient Baton Hand Day-Date is one of those quietly disappearing references that has become increasingly difficult to source, especially in blue dial configuration. With its clean design, discontinued status, and growing collector appeal, it represents a strong value vintage piece for those who appreciate understated Japanese watchmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JDM Horologist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48856829591795,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4984\/1907\/files\/wts-rare-blue-first-generation-orient-batonhand-daydate-v0-m33jfikpq2af1.webp?v=1776588261","url":"https:\/\/jdmhorologist.net\/products\/orient-first-generation-baton-hand-day-date-blue-dial","provider":"JDM Horologist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}