WHY WE CURATED IT:
The De Ville line holds a special place in Omega history. Originally a sub-collection of Seamasters, it diverged into a standalone range by 1967, offering a refined diversification from the brand’s increasingly sport-oriented catalog. Over time, it even became the chosen platform for key technical milestones, such as Omega’s first co-axial escapement and first anti-magnetic central tourbillon. This particular seldom-seen Auteuil is from a period when Omega was exploring new materials and finishes (such as PVD coating in a unit we had previously) but this one sports a more classical gold plating. With a super-versatile 20mm lug width, making it an easy strap playground. With a porcelain-like white dial, elongated Roman numerals and embedded golden markers, the vintage vibes are strong in this one. Also, the movement is relatively new as it’s an Omega service replacement from sister company ETA, both of whom are part of the Swatch Group. Comes with original Omega buckle and warranty papers.
CONDITION:
9.5/10, with only tiny signs of use. Dial, hands, markers and crystal are all clean (a small speck of dirt near the 2 o’clock marker appearing in the photos has since been removed). Original signed crown. Clear caseback engraving. New aftermarket strap and buckle, with original Omega buckle included. Movement is an Omega service replacement, in excellent health and is quartz-accurate.
DIMENSIONS:
24mm width excl. crown
31.2mm length
4.8mm thickness
20mm lug width
Visual dial width ~17.7mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference
CRYSTAL:
Sapphire
CASE:
Steel, 20-micron gold-plating
WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches
STRAP:
Aftermarket black embossed-croc, aftermarket buckle (18mm), Omega buckle (14mm)
CALIBRE:
Omega service replacement ETA 976.001, 2-hander quartz
COMES WITH:
Watch, aftermarket strap and buckle, Omega buckle, Omega warranty papers
TERMS OF SALE:
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