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1953 Omega Cioccolatone Vintage Full Size Ref. 3950 Mens Watch – 18K Gold
$4,869
£3,745.56
€4,347.53
CA$6,866.45
A$7,691.58
CHF 4,039.90
MX$93,527.16
NOK 51,158.28
SEK 48,562.97
DKK 32,447.29
About the Item
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1953 Omega Cioccolatone Vintage Full Size Ref. 3950 Mens Watch – 18K Gold
Very Collectable – Elegant & Sophisticated - All Original – 1 Year Warranty
Today’s offering showcases this supremely elegant and sophisticated 1950’s Omega Ref. 3950 mens watch – a rarely seen “Cioccolatone.” Named by the Italians for its bold, squared shape case, evocative of an Italian chocolate bar, these sculptural dress watches have become increasingly collectible for their daring mid-century geometry and design-forward style.
One of the reasons collectors love them is because they wear larger than most cushion or rectangular shaped watches from the era. There 18K gold cases exude wrist presence. Its faceted sides and large curved lugs elevate its profile with quiet drama.
Its original black dial contrasts beautifully with elongated gold dagger indices and dauphine hands. Adding to its charm is the fact that despite not having a round case it is powered by an automatic movement, Omega’s very first self-winding movement.
Omega’s celebrated Caliber 354 “bumper” or “hammer” automatic movement is so-named because of the way one can gently feel the rotor swing back and forth against stoppers powering the watch as its being worn.
We were fortunate to acquire it with all of its original parts down to the dial, hands, and winding crown.
Its full size 18K gold case, which still retains some of its original Omega factory applied satin finish on the back, is in excellent condition. Most of it shows very little signs of previous polishing to the back. One hallmark has been polished. Its hallmark under the lug is still crisp, and it retains strong lines.
One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
It is running strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, it comes equipped with an aftermarket leather strap and original or vintage Omega buckle, and we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to the watch's performance.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
A true standout Omega for a discerning collector, this watch combines mechanical significance with timeless styling. Seldom seen, it seamlessly fuses Omega’s legacy of innovation, form, and function.
Detailed Appraisal:
Manufacturer: Omega
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Year Built: Circa 1953
Serial Number: 13,330,458
Model: Ref. 3950, so called “Cioccolatone”
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Subsidiary Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Case Dimensions: 31mm wide (excluding crown) by 40mm long lug tip to tip
Case Markings (inside): Omega, 18K / 0.750, ref 3950, Swiss hallmarks
Case Condition: Excellent condition. It still retains some of its original Omega factory applied satin finish on the back. Most of it shows very little signs of previous polishing to the back. One hallmark has been polished. Its hallmark under the lug is still crisp, and it retains strong lines.
Dial: Signed Omega, gloss black naturally toned to a matte appearance now, 18K gold faceted dart indexes, original and untouched with light aging
Please inquire if you would like us to try to remove the patina from the markers.
Hands: Original, gold, faceted dauphines
Movement type: Cal. 354, copper-colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to 5 positions and temperatures, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator
Movement Markings: OMEGA WATCH Co., 17 Jewels, Swiss, serial 13330458
Jewels: 17 Jewels
Beat Frequency: 19,800 bph
Band: Leather, remborde, like new with original or vintage Omega gold-plated buckle
We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Crystal: Mineral glass, appears original, excellent condition
Serviced: It has just been fully overhauled by one of our Master Watchmakers. For the finishing touch we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
SKU 10098SH
- Creator:
- Case Material:
- Strap Material:Leather
- Case Shape:Rectangle
- Movement:
- Case Dimensions:Height: 1.58 in (40 mm)Width: 1.23 in (31 mm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1953
- Condition:Its original black dial contrasts beautifully with elongated gold dagger indices and dauphine hands. There 18K gold cases exude wrist presence. Its faceted sides and large curved lugs elevate its profile with quiet drama.
- Seller Location:Suwanee, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: 10098SH1stDibs: LU4333226936402
Omega
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.
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