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1942 Omega "Deluxe Marine" Standard Rare Early Waterproof Patented Case Watch

Name: 1942 Omega "Deluxe Marine" Standard Rare Early Waterproof Patented Case Watch
Brand: Omega
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

$5,869

£4,486.74

€5,236.47

CA$8,506.85

A$8,642.67

CHF 4,815.85

MX$104,637.62

NOK 58,882.72

SEK 57,790.71

DKK 39,142

About the Item

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 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. 1942 OMEGA "DELUXE MARINE" STANDARD Rare Early Waterproof Patented Case Watch - 14K Pink Gold World's First Diver's Watch - Important Waterproof Watch with Pioneering Design - All Original Today's offering showcases this very interesting, and historically significant Omega "Deluxe Marine" Standard - one of our favorite early Omega watches - here presented in an exceptionally rare 14K pink gold case. This is only the third Marine Standard that has come through these halls in our fifteen years in business. The first was purchased from us by the Omega Museum for display at their headquarters in Switzerland as part of their permanent collection and was featured in Marco Richon's authoritative authorized book, Omega: A Journey Through Time on page 133. For those not familiar Mr. Richon was for a number of years the curator of the official Omega Museum at the company's headquarters. The vast majority of these watches were made in steel. This isn't the only Marine Standard we've ever owned in pink gold - it's the only one we've ever seen. While we're not suggesting that it is piece unique, you will be the only person you know who has one. The "Marine Standard" Baumgartner design. Omega is perhaps best known as a sports timekeeper, recording the world's most important competitions, from the Olympics and America's Cup to the CART World Series. In the 1930's, after fulfilling their role as the official timekeeper for the 1932 Olympics in Los Angeles, Omega dedicated themselves to developing a waterproof sports watch that would be protected against perspiration, humidity, and even watertight for diving. The first watches they developed were made in fairly limited quantities, the Marine and Marine Standard models. This reference occupies an essential place in horological history. As Mr. Richon discusses in his book, the Marine Standard "guaranteed long-lasting water-tightness" under two atmospheres of pressure thanks to its ingenious double-case construction with a patented hook-and-compression system that sealed the inner case against a rubber gasket - without the use of screws or hinges. The result was a watch that Omega marketed and tested specifically for underwater use. The designs for the Marine Standard were patented by Frédéric Baumgartner, a Geneva based case maker and well-known figure in case making particularly because of his contribution to field of waterproof cases. If you would like more technical information on the patents and designs for this watch, please inquire. Despite the fact that the Rolex Oyster released in 1926 has often become thought of today as the earliest dive watch, it actually wasn't, as it wasn't marketed as intended for divers. Rolex did not claim that the Oyster was suitable for diving or submersion in water to any great depth. Perhaps it wasn't important to Rolex diving was a commercial or military activity in 1926 for which wristwatches were not required. The Oyster was waterproof for ordinary swimming and was potentially capable of being the first divers watch, but the Omega Marine was the first watch to be specifically tested and qualified for diving depths. This “Deluxe Marine” MK II variant is distinguished by its use of a synthetic sapphire crystal - like the ones on modern luxury watches - a remarkably forward-thinking material choice for the 1930s and something virtually unheard of at the time. The technical ambition of the Marine Standard is matched by its aesthetic restraint: it remains elegant enough to wear with formal attire while carrying the DNA of one of the earliest true underwater tool watches. And the solid pink gold case of this World War II watch makes this example all the more extraordinary. The warmth of the pink gold transforms what is already a technical milestone into something altogether more refined. With the possible exception of the winding crown, it has all of its original parts down to its original sapphire crystal. Its case is in excellent condition with fairly light wear. Its dial two-tone salmon dial, which may be original or may be a very high quality restoration in vintage times, shows only fairly light signs of aging. And its original sapphire crystal is in excellent condition. One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time essentially on par with a new Omega. For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new Teju lizard strap and aftermarket pink gold tone Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. The Marine Standard's page on the Omega website can be found here. Note: Several published examples of this model including the last example that we sold are featured in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 133 and also reside in the Omega Museum. To commemorate the Marine series, in 2007, Omega released ony 135 valuable examples of the first edition "Marine" as a limited edition as part of its special “Museum Collection” series. 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 training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Omega Country of origin: Switzerland Serial no.: 9,197,956 Year sold: 1942 Model: Ref. OJ 3637 Functions: Hours, Minutes, Subsidiary Seconds Designed for: Men - a midsize watch by today's standard Case material: 14K pink gold Case condition: Its case is in excellent condition with fairly light wear. Dimensions: 23.5mm diameter (excluding crown), 36mm long lug tip-to-tip Dial: Salmon with black painted Arabic numerals, outer white railroad minute track, signed Omega, subsidiary seconds dial, original or may be a very high quality restoration in vintage times, shows only fairly light signs of aging. Note: The tone of the dial looks just slightly darker in most of the photos than it does in person. Hands: Original, blue steel batons Movement type: Cal. 19.4 SOB, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, cut bimetallic balance, Breguet overcoil balance spring, index regulator Jewels: 15 rubies Beat frequency: 18,000 BPH Band: Crocodile, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn, equipped with new Omega buckle Width between lugs: 18mm Crystal type: Original, flat top, synthetic sapphire, excellent condition Serviced: One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details. Box/Papers: BOX - Watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate SKU 10408SH

Creator:
Omega
Case Material:
14k Gold
Strap Material:
Leather
Case Shape:
Rectangle
Movement:
Case Dimensions:
Width: 0.93 in (23.5 mm)Length: 1.42 in (36 mm)
Place of Origin:
Switzerland
Period:
1940-1949
Date of Manufacture:
1942
Condition:
Its case is in excellent condition with fairly light wear. Its dial two-tone salmon dial, which may be original or may be a very high quality restoration in vintage times, shows only fairly light signs of aging.
Seller Location:
Suwanee, GA
Reference Number:
Seller: 10408SH1stDibs: LU4333228742492

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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.

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Omega Classic Vintage 2910-5 Jumbo Case Circa 1950

By Omega

Located in London, GB

Omega Classic Vintage 2910-5 Jumbo Case Circa 1950 A rare find from the golden age of Omega—this Vintage Omega 2910-5 is a timeless classic from the 1950s. With its larger 35mm Jumbo case, this piece offers a bold vintage presence that was well ahead of its time. Product Features: ✅ Model: Omega 2910-5 ✅ Year: Circa 1950 (based on serial number) ✅ Case Size: 35mm Jumbo (rare for the era) ✅ Case Material: Stainless steel with bold steel lugs ✅ Dial: Original white dial with minimal signs of aging ✅ Hour Markers & Hands: Silver baton markers with matching hands ✅ Crown: Generic steel crown ✅ Movement: Manual wind, running at approximately +30 seconds/day ✅ Strap: Brown leather strap with steel buckle (can be changed on request) ✅ Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age Condition Notes: No significant marks on the dial, case, or glass Light signs of wear throughout, as expected for a watch of this age Unpolished and clean—retains original vintage charm Custom Options Available: 🔧 Servicing available upon request ✨ Case polishing optional 🔄 Strap can be changed to your preference Why Buy From Us? 🕰️ Specialists in vintage timepieces – Carefully curated watches with authenticity and heritage 🛠️ Expertly inspected and guaranteed – 12-month warranty for peace of mind 👀 Personal viewing option – Visit us in Mayfair, London 📞 Excellent customer service – Responsive, knowledgeable, and trustworthy Looking for a clean, classic, and oversized vintage Omega...

Category

Vintage 1950s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

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1942 Omega "Deluxe Marine" Standard Rare Early Waterproof Patented Case Watch

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