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Omega Seamaster 1970s

Omega Automatic Seamaster Deville - 1970's "Rare Tone on Tone Dial" Fabulous
Omega Automatic Seamaster Deville - 1970's "Rare Tone on Tone Dial" Fabulous

Omega Automatic Seamaster Deville - 1970's "Rare Tone on Tone Dial" Fabulous

By Omega

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Omega Automatic Seamaster Deville - 1970's, "Tone on Tone Dial" Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized and serviced prior to being offered for sal...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Mixed Metal, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Memomatic Mens 1970s 40mm Gold Capped Automatic Alarm RA693
Omega Seamaster Memomatic Mens 1970s 40mm Gold Capped Automatic Alarm RA693

Omega Seamaster Memomatic Mens 1970s 40mm Gold Capped Automatic Alarm RA693

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless classic, Gold-Capped Omega Seamaster Memomatic automatic alarm watch with date function, Omega's first and only mechanical alarm watch, c.1971, all original, in excellent wo...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Cosmic Grey Dial Watch in Stainless steel case, 1970s
Omega Seamaster Cosmic Grey Dial Watch in Stainless steel case, 1970s

Omega Seamaster Cosmic Grey Dial Watch in Stainless steel case, 1970s

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Here's a vintage Omega seamaster cosmic automatic date with a grey sunburst dial from the 70s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Reference 166.022. Measurements include a 35m...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.022 Steel Auto Tropical Dial 35mm
Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.022 Steel Auto Tropical Dial 35mm

Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.022 Steel Auto Tropical Dial 35mm

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

The Accidental Individual The Seamaster Cosmic represents the period when Omega moved toward more streamlined and ergonomic case designs.

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

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Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel Watch
Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

Vintage 1970s Omega Seamaster Ladies Stainless Steel Watch

By Omega

Located in Carlisle, GB

This manual winding vintage watch is working and ticking well. The dial is a bit tired and worn. Tiny scratches on the glass. Please study the images carefully as form part of the d...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Wristwatch, 1970s
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Wristwatch, 1970s

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Wristwatch, 1970s

By Omega

Located in Bologna, IT

A vintage 18K gold Omega Electronic Seamaster Chronometer wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated SS Back Omega Automatic Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Watch
Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated SS Back Omega Automatic Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Watch

Vintage 1970s Gold-Plated SS Back Omega Automatic Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Watch

By Omega

Located in Carlisle, GB

This charming pre-owned vintage automatic Watch is in good working condition and it is running well with a good time keeping. Visible scratch on the glass and small scratches on the ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Omega Seamaster Quartz Wristwatch, 1970s
Vintage Omega Seamaster Quartz Wristwatch, 1970s

Vintage Omega Seamaster Quartz Wristwatch, 1970s

By Omega

Located in bronshoj, DK

Vintage Omega Seamaster quartz wristwatch. 1970s. Clock diameter: 35 mm.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

1970's Vintage Omega Seamaster Red Dial Automatic Men's Day Date Watch #24508
1970's Vintage Omega Seamaster Red Dial Automatic Men's Day Date Watch #24508

1970's Vintage Omega Seamaster Red Dial Automatic Men's Day Date Watch #24508

By Omega

Located in Washington Depot, CT

1970's Vintage Omega Seamaster Day Date Watch This vintage Omega Seamaster Day Date watch is set in stainless steel.

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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.137  39mm  Early 1970s  Automatic Cal. 1010
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.137  39mm  Early 1970s  Automatic Cal. 1010

Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.137 39mm Early 1970s Automatic Cal. 1010

By Omega

Located in London, GB

This is an original Omega Seamaster Cosmic Ref. 166.137 from the early 1970s, presented in excellent all-round condition.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Ref. 166.022 – White Dial – Automatic – 1970s
Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Ref. 166.022 – White Dial – Automatic – 1970s

Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Ref. 166.022 – White Dial – Automatic – 1970s

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Omega Seamaster Cosmic – Ref. 166.022 – White Dial – Automatic – 1970s Classic 70s styling at its finest, this Omega Seamaster Cosmic Ref. 166.022 Automatic Watch is exactly what it...

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Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches

Mens Omega Seamaster Deville 34mm 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1970s RA437
Mens Omega Seamaster Deville 34mm 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1970s RA437

Mens Omega Seamaster Deville 34mm 14k Gold Diamond Dial Automatic 1970s RA437

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Luxurious vintage classic, Men's Omega 14k solid gold Seamaster DeVille date automatic, c.1971, in excellent working condition.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Seamaster Cal. 1332, Vintage Mens Wristwatch, 1970s
Omega Seamaster Cal. 1332, Vintage Mens Wristwatch, 1970s

Omega Seamaster Cal. 1332, Vintage Mens Wristwatch, 1970s

Located in København, Copenhagen

Omega Seamaster cal. 1332, vintage mens wristwatch, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Collectible Jewelry

Omega Seamaster Automatic Gold Filled Modernist Bracelet Watch from 1970's
Omega Seamaster Automatic Gold Filled Modernist Bracelet Watch from 1970's

Omega Seamaster Automatic Gold Filled Modernist Bracelet Watch from 1970's

By Omega

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Modernist / Seamaster METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 38mm M...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Cosmic 2000 Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s

Omega Stainless Steel Cosmic 2000 Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s

By Omega

Located in Firenze, IT

PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES Jewelled automatic movement, silvered dial with applied polished faceted baton hour markers, bla...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Big Blue Wristwatch circa 1970s
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Big Blue Wristwatch circa 1970s

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Big Blue Wristwatch circa 1970s

By Omega

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a mint example of the Omega Seamaster chronograph known as the Big Blue. The case and the fragile acrylic bezel are mint. Typically the bezels are cracked or faded. The dial ...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Bull's Head" Wristwatch c. 1970
OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Bull's Head" Wristwatch c. 1970

OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Bull's Head" Wristwatch c. 1970

By Omega

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a rare 1970s Omega Seamaster known as the Bullhead. The watch is in excellent condition with the original multi-color dial and inner rotating bezel.

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Omega Stainless Steel Cushion Seamaster circa 1970s
Omega Stainless Steel Cushion Seamaster circa 1970s

Omega Stainless Steel Cushion Seamaster circa 1970s

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega stainless steel Seamaster automatic wristwatch, large cushion shaped case with original black dial with applied indexes and hands, circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Yellow Gold Seamaster De Ville Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s
Omega Yellow Gold Seamaster De Ville Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s

Omega Yellow Gold Seamaster De Ville Automatic Wristwatch, 1970s

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

14K Yellow Gold Omega Seamaster Deville Automatic Watch 1970's Champagne Colored Dial with Applied Hour Markers and Date at Three O'Clock Yellow Gold Smooth Bezel 14K Yellow Gold Cas...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Omega Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch, circa 1970s
Omega Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch, circa 1970s

Omega Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch, circa 1970s

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega stainless steel Seamaster Memomatic ref 166.072 serial # 30.0 million circa 1969. 40 x 43mm over sized cushion shaped case with acrylic crystal. Original gray and black dial, o...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Anakin" Model Watch circa 1970s
OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Anakin" Model Watch circa 1970s

OMEGA Stainless Steel Seamaster "Anakin" Model Watch circa 1970s

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega Seamaster "Anakin" model wristwatch, Ref 166.085, 44mm case in tungsten-carbide-coated steel in mint condition. Silvered textured dial with applied markers and date. Original h...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Soccer Timer Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1970s
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Soccer Timer Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1970s

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Soccer Timer Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1970s

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Soccer Timer Chronograph Wristwatch, circa 1970s with a very pleasing original multicolor dial.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Wristwatch
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Wristwatch

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic circa 1970s. 40 x 43mm over sized cushion shaped case with acrylic crystal.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Omega Seamaster Memomatic Alarm Wristwatch circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 166.023
Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 166.023

Omega Stainless Steel Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch Ref 166.023

By Omega

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Unusual lavender color original dial Omega Seamaster automatic ref 166.023 circa 1970’s.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Steel Omega Seamaster Cosmic Wristwatch, 1970s
Vintage Steel Omega Seamaster Cosmic Wristwatch, 1970s

Vintage Steel Omega Seamaster Cosmic Wristwatch, 1970s

By Omega

Located in Bologna, IT

A vintage Steel Omega Seamaster Cosmic wrist watch, dating from the 1970s.

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Vintage 1965 Omega Automatic Watch

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By Omega

Located in London, GB

A classic vintage Omega automatic wristwatch from 1965, showcasing timeless mid-20th-century Swiss craftsmanship. This elegant timepiece combines reliable automatic movement with cle...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

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Omega cal 344 14k Gold Filled 32mm Mens Bumper Automatic 1950s Vintage RA581

Omega cal 344 14k Gold Filled 32mm Mens Bumper Automatic 1950s Vintage RA581

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage classic, 14k gold-filled Men's Omega cal.344 bumper automatic, c.1952, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Omega signed dial, ...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3
18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3

18 kt Gold Omega Collectors Wrist Watch, Caliber 321, Reference OT 2955 3

By Omega

Located in Antwerp, BE

Omega Chronograph, Collectors in amazing condition ! Reference OT 2955 3 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Caliber 321 Case : 18 Kt solid Gold, 35 mm Strap : Leather, Omega Gol...

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20th Century Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro
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10K Yellow Gold Omega Century Gold and Black Vintage, Circa 1956, Deco, Retro

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Omega century Gold Black Vintage 1962 Caliber 286 10 K Yellow gold It has a inscription in the back … Ronson long service award, Dec 1956 Original case, dials an crown Manual Wind...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial
Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial

Waltham Gold Filled Art Deco Watch circa, 1940's with Original Dial

By Waltham

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold-Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 36mm X Width 23mm ...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

1964 Omega Seamaster Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled & Stainless S
1964 Omega Seamaster Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled & Stainless S

1964 Omega Seamaster Rare Cal. 560 Vintage Mens 10K Gold Filled & Stainless S

By Omega

Located in Suwanee, GA

NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold-filled

Tabbah Swiss Made Quartz Wristwatch, Circa 2001
Tabbah Swiss Made Quartz Wristwatch, Circa 2001

Tabbah Swiss Made Quartz Wristwatch, Circa 2001

By Tabbah

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

A rare collector’s piece with refined styling ; ideal for collectors of boutique Swiss watches or vintage luxury. Elegant wristwatch from the Swiss brand Tabbah features a analog qua...

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Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Watch
Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Watch

Vintage Omega Seamaster Automatic Watch

By Omega

Located in Houston, TX

This 14k yellow gold-filled Omega Seamaster automatic watch is a fascinating piece of history, dating back to the 1960s and considered an antique. The watch comes with an aftermarket...

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

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Gold-filled

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch
Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Platinum and Diamond Wrist Watch

By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1920s Patek Philippe for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 26 X 9 M.M. 2 Piece Platinum Case set with European cut Diamonds totaling 1 Carat, the case sides and back are fu...

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Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k Yellow Gold with Steel Case back, Sapphire crown, Scratch resistant sapphire crystal, qu...

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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Vintage 32mm
Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Vintage 32mm

Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Vintage 32mm

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in MADRID, ES

Jaeger LeCoultre Memovox wristwatch. This is a vintage piece with a unique case design, with curved lugs. It has alarm function. The case is gold plated and measures 32 mm in diamete...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Rare Vintage Rotary Gold Plated Automatic Wristwatch
Rare Vintage Rotary Gold Plated Automatic Wristwatch

Rare Vintage Rotary Gold Plated Automatic Wristwatch

Located in Portland, England

A striking and rare 1970s Swiss-made Rotary wristwatch, featuring a 25-jewel automatic movement housed in a polished gold-plated case. This timepiece perfectly captures the refined m...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate

Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 3121 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm
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Vintage Rolex Watch. ROLEX Oyster Royal 3121 SS and 9k Bezel. 29mm

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Rolex Oyster Royal 3121 9k Yellow Gold Bezel and Stainless Steel Case. Manual Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1943 Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 29mm round case ...

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Vintage 1940s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

9k Gold, Stainless Steel

Omega 9k Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Vintage Watch
Omega 9k Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Vintage Watch

Omega 9k Yellow Gold Watch Manual Wind Vintage Watch

By Omega

Located in Houston, TX

A delicate and timeless piece of history, this Omega watch is polished, fully serviced, and ready to wear! Its elegant design and fine craftsmanship make it a perfect addition to any...

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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

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Yellow Gold

Seiko Superior Watch. SEIKO 4883-8000 Vintage 1970s SEIKO Day Date With Japanese
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Seiko Superior Watch. SEIKO 4883-8000 Vintage 1970s SEIKO Day Date With Japanese

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Band material: Stainless steel Materials: Stainless steel Power: Battery Readout: Analog Genuine Seiko Superior 4883 - 8000 1970s Seiko Day Date Calendar with Japanese an...

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

1978 Omega Dynamique Wristwatch
1978 Omega Dynamique Wristwatch

1978 Omega Dynamique Wristwatch

$992

H 1.5 in W 1.74 in

1978 Omega Dynamique Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Omega Dynamique, Genève. Circa 1978 Date 3 heures Acier doré. Bracelet cuir. Automatique 44 x 38 mm Garantie 1 an Très belle

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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

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Omega for sale on 1stDibs

It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.

The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.

Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.

In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well. (Here is the 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Omega Seamaster.

Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it returned in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists. 

Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too. 

Watch aficionados and aficionadas alike can find vintage Omega watches today on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Omega
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, it is safe to buy Omega watches online if you research the seller carefully. Purchasing new timepieces directly from the Omega online store or through authorized online dealers is a simple way to protect yourself. You can also find authentic Omega watches on trusted online platforms like 1stDibs. For a list of authorized dealers, visit the official Omega website. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Omega watches.