Produced circa 1970's, the watch is encased in a substantial tonneau-shaped case with a prominent vertically brushed finish that flows seamlessly into an integrated bracelet. This aesthetic emphasized the popular design of the era. Inside is the Omega Calibre 1022, an automatic movement with a quick-set day and date function.
Founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the company that would become Omega established its identity with the 1894 introduction of the 19-ligne 'Omega' calibre. This movement was a landmark in industrial watchmaking, utilizing interchangeable components to streamline production and repair—a philosophy of accessible precision that continues to define the brand.
Omega cemented its reputation for robust accuracy through its role as the Official Timekeeper for the Olympic Games since 1932 and, most famously, through the Speedmaster Professional's flight qualification by NASA, which culminated in its journey to the Moon.
In the modern era, the brand's most significant contribution has been the industrialization of the co-axial escapement, an invention by Dr. George Daniels that fundamentally reduces friction within the calibre for superior long-term chronometric stability. Typified by purpose-driven design, Omega's collections—from the abyssal-depth Seamaster to the iconic Speedmaster—are archetypes of the professional tool watch, balancing legible aesthetics with advanced material science and anti-magnetic properties through its Master Chronometer certification.
Overall Grade: 8 / 10 | Great Condition, Visible Wear Production: est. 1970's Contents: Watch Only Genre: Vintage Dress Watch
Size: 37mm Thickness: approx. 11mm Lug Width: approx. 15mm
Case: Stainless steel tonneau case, brushed and mirrored finish, visible wear Bezel: Steel integrated bezel, vertically brushed finish, visible wear Dial: Silver patinated dial, applied stick markers, day-date window at 3 o'clock Hands: Pencil-style hands, light wear
Crown: Steel, signed pull-push crown, light wear Crystal: Acrylic crystal, light wear Bracelet: Integrated steel bracelet, light wear Caseback: Solid, snap caseback, light wear Movement: Automatic Caliber: 1022