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Omega Vintage Watch Strap

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap

By Omega

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box. Mechanical manual wind Case Number 27710112 17 rubies, all original condition weight 76gr leather strap ne...

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1960s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Geneve Chronostop Driver Ref 145.010. New Generic Leather Strap, c1968
Omega Geneve Chronostop Driver Ref 145.010. New Generic Leather Strap, c1968

Omega Geneve Chronostop Driver Ref 145.010. New Generic Leather Strap, c1968

By Omega

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage and iconic Omega Geneve Chronostop Driver , reference 145.010 was designed to be highly legible when driving, and specifically for long distance touring or motorsport. Th...

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1960s Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap
Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap

Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap

By Omega

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Vintage Omega 14k Yellow Gold Hand-Winding Mechanical Watch w/ Leather Strap Includes Genuine Omega Hand-Winding Mechanical Movement 14k Yellow Gold Case 28 mm in Diameter (29 mm w/...

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1950s Swiss Modern Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Omega Speedmaster 'Professional' Mark III, Steel with Black Dial & Strap
Vintage Omega Speedmaster 'Professional' Mark III, Steel with Black Dial & Strap

Vintage Omega Speedmaster 'Professional' Mark III, Steel with Black Dial & Strap

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Stylish vintage Omega Speedmaster MarK III, Model Ref. 176.002. Omega automatic winding Calibre 1040 movement. This is a fine example of a fast appreciating vintage classic that is ...

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1970s European Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Stainless Steel

1960s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Omega Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch
1960s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Omega Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch

1960s Gold-Plated and Stainless Steel Omega Seamaster Automatic Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Carlisle, GB

Omega Seamaster automatic gold plated and stainless steel Wristwatch circa 1965, serial no. 227604xx, circular silvered dial with baton markers, date aperture and sweep centre second...

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1960s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap
1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold Leather Strap

By Omega

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

1968 Omega Saemaster Chronograph Yellow Gold 37mm leather strap with box Mechanical manual wind Case Number 27710112 17 rubies all original condition weight 76gr leather strap new ...

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1960s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Omega Constellation Day-Date Gold Leather Strap Vintage Ref: 168.029
Omega Constellation Day-Date Gold Leather Strap Vintage Ref: 168.029

Omega Constellation Day-Date Gold Leather Strap Vintage Ref: 168.029

By Omega

Located in București, București

It shows slight signs of wear. The leather strap and the clasp are not original. The watch comes with an AGS Jewelry wooden box, along with an AGS Jewelry warranty card.

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1970s Romanian Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Gold

1960s Vintage Omega Watch Rose Gold Filled Rose Gold Dial Leather Band
1960s Vintage Omega Watch Rose Gold Filled Rose Gold Dial Leather Band

1960s Vintage Omega Watch Rose Gold Filled Rose Gold Dial Leather Band

By Omega

Located in San Diego, CA

Omega Rose Gold Watch 1960's Rose Gold Filled Leather Band Very Good Condition Rose Dial 35 mm Crystal (39 Diameter) 20 mm Leather Strap Vintage Omega watch 1960's in very good condi...

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1960s Unknown Retro Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Omega Speedmaster 3820.53.26 Day-Date Chronograph, Cal. 1151
Omega Speedmaster 3820.53.26 Day-Date Chronograph, Cal. 1151

Omega Speedmaster 3820.53.26 Day-Date Chronograph, Cal. 1151

By Omega

Located in Carmel, IN

This piece has some normal wear, consistent with the age of the watch. We ordered and installed a brand new OEM Omega leather strap for this watch.

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1990s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Omega Seamaster Day Date Automatic Mens Watch With New Strap
Vintage Omega Seamaster Day Date Automatic Mens Watch With New Strap

Vintage Omega Seamaster Day Date Automatic Mens Watch With New Strap

By Omega

Located in Newport Beach, CA

This vintage model features a new unworn black crocodile leather strap, original gold plated omega tang buckle, gold plated 36mm case with acrylic crystal and the classic omega pie p...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Gold Plate

OMEGA De Ville Prestige Steel Quartz Watch 34mm Generic Alligator Strap
OMEGA De Ville Prestige Steel Quartz Watch 34mm Generic Alligator Strap

OMEGA De Ville Prestige Steel Quartz Watch 34mm Generic Alligator Strap

By Omega

Located in Honolulu, HI

Item Specifications ​ ​Brand: Omega ​ ​Model: De Ville Prestige Case Size: 34 mm Strap Length: 9", fits a wrist up to 8.25" Material: Stainless steel Movement : Quartz Bracele...

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1990s Swiss Modern Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970
Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970

Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970

By Omega

Located in New York, NY

Omega 'Geneva' White Face and Black Lather Strap, Circa 1970 Omega (Genève) white face and black lather pattern strap.

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1970s Swiss Retro Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Omega Ladies Platinum and Diamond 1950s Mechanical Wristwatch
Omega Ladies Platinum and Diamond 1950s Mechanical Wristwatch

Omega Ladies Platinum and Diamond 1950s Mechanical Wristwatch

By Omega

Located in Chicago, IL

Silver Satin dial with raised Gold Markers. New Omega Black Lizard Strap. Watch length 7 inches.

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1950s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Boucheron 18Kt Rose Gold Hand Made by Omega Single Strap or Traditional 1960's
Boucheron 18Kt Rose Gold Hand Made by Omega Single Strap or Traditional 1960's

Boucheron 18Kt Rose Gold Hand Made by Omega Single Strap or Traditional 1960's

By Bucherer

Located in Long Beach, CA

They were the first house to use the "single band" strap. We have it fitted with a traditional strap but we can make a custom make a single strap on it for you.

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1960s Swiss Art Deco Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Rose Gold

Omega Dynamic Reference 1750310 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995
Omega Dynamic Reference 1750310 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995

Omega Dynamic Reference 1750310 Stainless Steel Watch, 1995

By Omega

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Genuine Horse Leather Black-colored Watch Strap. Omega Buckle included. Triple Signed.

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1990s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Vintage Omega Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch
Vintage Omega Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch

Vintage Omega Geneve 18 Karat Rose Gold Watch

By Omega

Located in Dublin, IE

Vintage 18kt rose gold Omega Geneve watch on leather strap. The model equipped with Omega cal 268 series wind up movement which is in good working order.

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

18k Gold

Omega Vintage Ribbon 18 Carat Rose Gold Watch
Omega Vintage Ribbon 18 Carat Rose Gold Watch

Omega Vintage Ribbon 18 Carat Rose Gold Watch

By Omega

Located in Paris, FR

Elegant vintage Omega watch in rose gold, the strap is made in ribbon mesh.

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1960s French Retro Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Omega Seamaster Memomatic with Sapphire Blue Dial Vintage and Blue Strap
Vintage Omega Seamaster Memomatic with Sapphire Blue Dial Vintage and Blue Strap

Vintage Omega Seamaster Memomatic with Sapphire Blue Dial Vintage and Blue Strap

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Vintage Omega Seamaster Memomatic, Model Ref. 166.072. Automatic winding calibre 980 movement. This is an excellent example of a fast appreciating watch model. Stainless steel tonne...

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1970s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Steel Omega Constellation Automatic Wristwatch, 1966
Vintage Steel Omega Constellation Automatic Wristwatch, 1966

Vintage Steel Omega Constellation Automatic Wristwatch, 1966

By Omega

Located in Bologna, IT

The watch strap is Omega original. Referece: st 168.004 Movement: Omega 561 BRAND Omega (product line: Constellation) MATERIALS Steel MEASUREMENTS Diameter: 36 mm

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Late 20th Century Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Steel

OMEGA de Ville Gold Ladies Watch 1980, Leather Strap
OMEGA de Ville Gold Ladies Watch 1980, Leather Strap

OMEGA de Ville Gold Ladies Watch 1980, Leather Strap

By Omega

Located in Heerlen, NL

One (1) 18K. Yellow Gold Watch, Handwinding mouvement, Leather Strap. Brand: Omega, de Ville with a Brownish Dial, NR: 8381 Mouvemnenrt caliber Omega 625 Nr: 43343280 (ca `19...

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1970s Swiss Modern Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

9 Karat Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Watchgold Plated Metal Strap
9 Karat Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Watchgold Plated Metal Strap

9 Karat Gold Omega Seamaster De Ville Watchgold Plated Metal Strap

By Omega

Located in Carlisle, GB

This beautiful 1970's gold little watch is working and it is ticking well. The gold plated winder & strap is a bit tarnished as shown. Please study the images carefully as form par...

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1970s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

9k Gold, Gold Plate

Omega, "Grand Luxe" Constellation 1966, 14 Karat Gold, Leather Strap, Full Set
Omega, "Grand Luxe" Constellation 1966, 14 Karat Gold, Leather Strap, Full Set

Omega, "Grand Luxe" Constellation 1966, 14 Karat Gold, Leather Strap, Full Set

By Omega

Located in Heerlen, NL

18K. yellow Gold Omega Constellation Watch with a brown leather strap model nr: BA 168.005 Automatic chronometer calibre 561, with date, twelve-sided silvered dial, inner minute c...

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1960s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Chopard

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By Patek Philippe

Located in Chicago, IL

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18k Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725
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By Cartier

Located in Berlin, DE

Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725 Including certificate of authenticity. The glass would need to be replaced. We can offer you this service upon request.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Tiffany Co & Baume Mercier Hampton Tank Watch, MV045063, Quartz, Serviced, Rare

By Baume & Mercier

Located in San Diego, CA

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Stainless Steel

Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Rare 1942 Bubble Back Ladies Steel Automatic Wristwatch

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By Rolex

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1942 Rolex Ladies Reference 3869 Bubble Back Wrist Watch, 24 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 Piece Oyster case, original and unpolished, original Oyster Crown. Automatic, self winding ...

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1940s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Steel

Ebel Men's Classic Stainless Steel Wrist Watch Model E9187F41
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Ebel Men's Classic Stainless Steel Wrist Watch Model E9187F41

By Ebel

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Swiss made with contemporary sport watch design, Ebel Classic Stainless Steel Men's / Unisex Watch Model Number E9187F41. The stainless steel watch case size is 37mm and wrist size i...

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Early 2000s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Stainless Steel

Cartier De Cartier Ronde 18001 Silver Sterling 33 mm New Belt Mens Watch
Cartier De Cartier Ronde 18001 Silver Sterling 33 mm New Belt Mens Watch

Cartier De Cartier Ronde 18001 Silver Sterling 33 mm New Belt Mens Watch

By Cartier

Located in Toronto, CA

Brand: Cartier Model: Ronde Reference Number: 18001 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Sterling Silver / Gold Measurements : Case width: 33 mm....

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1990s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

Silver

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Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10182 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel

By Baume & Mercier

Located in New York, NY

Baume & Mercier Promesse MOA10182 Women's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 133841 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Baume & Mercier Model: Promesse Country of Origin: Switzerland Moveme...

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21st Century and Contemporary Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Stainless Steel, Steel

PIAGET Lapis Diamond Lapis Dial 18K Gold Ladies Watch
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By Piaget

Located in Miami, FL

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1980s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.
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Vintage ROLEX Watch. 9k YG Rolex 4533 Square Tank Manual Wristwatch.

By Rolex

Located in Port Charlotte, FL

Vintage Rolex Square Mens Watch 9k Yellow Gold Ref 4533 Windup Movement. Runs well. Circa 1940s Beautiful Watch. New Genuine Leather band. 27mm square case

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1940s Modern Omega Vintage Watch Strap

Materials

9k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch with Ceylon Sapphires, 1920
Vacheron Constantin Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch with Ceylon Sapphires, 1920

Vacheron Constantin Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch with Ceylon Sapphires, 1920

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin for Merimont STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum Diamond Sapphires CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...

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1920s Swiss Art Deco Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Stainless Steel

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By Emilio!

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21st Century and Contemporary Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Blue Diamond

Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!
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By Cartier

Located in Antwerp, BE

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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1990s Swiss Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Steel

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Longines Dolce Vita Tank Watch, Quartz, Model 7753, Stainless Steel, Like

By Longines

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1990s Swiss Modern Omega Vintage Watch Strap

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Steel, Stainless Steel

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Omega Vintage Watch Strap For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact omega vintage watch strap you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from stainless steel, gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for an omega vintage watch strap from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. An omega vintage watch strap of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 11, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and marquise cut versions for sale. When shopping for an omega vintage watch strap, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Omega Vintage Watch Strap?

On average, an omega vintage watch strap at 1stDibs sells for $2,777, while they’re typically $311 on the low end and $156,668 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.