Omega De Ville “Disco Volante” Ref. 515.0141 (circa early 1970s)

WHY WE CURATED IT:
The De Ville line holds a special place in Omega history. Originally a sub-collection of the Seamaster range, it diverged into a standalone line by 1967, offering refined pieces within the brand’s increasingly sport-oriented catalog. Over time, it even became the platform for many Omega firsts, such as their first co-axial escapement and first anti-magnetic central tourbillon. Here we have an example that is at once avant-garde and elegant. At a glance, this bears resemblance to a number of in-vogue watches today… round, wide bezel, lug-less. But seen in 3 dimensions, it’s akin to that 70s notion of a UFO. Thin, complex in planes (just check out that caseback), and very evocative. We particularly love the pinstripe/tapestry dial and subtle hint of blue on the cardinal markers.

CONDITION:
8.5/10, with some hairlines and tiny nicks from honest careful wear over the last half century. Does not appear to have been refinished with sharp lines and surface transitions. Crystal, dial and hands have some microscopic marks/aging visible only under a loupe. New aftermarket strap and buckle. Included Omega buckle in poor condition. Movement in excellent health with over-spec power reserve, excellent amplitude, low beat error and accurate to ±20 secs/day averaged from 6 timegrapher positions.

DIMENSIONS:
30mm diameter excl. crown
7.5mm thickness
14mm lug width
Visual dial width ~18.5mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference

CRYSTAL:
Omega-signed Hesalite

CASE:
Steel

WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches

STRAP:
Aftermarket black croc-embossed leather with aftermarket buckle (12mm)

CALIBRE:
Omega Cal. 625, 2-hander manual-winding

COMES WITH:
Watch, aftermarket strap and buckle, Omega buckle

TERMS OF SALE:
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