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.
Vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic Steel Crosshair Dial with Blue Hands - Circa 1969
By Omega
Located in Zurich, CH
A Mid-Century Space-Age Icon with Rare Dial Accents. This exceptional vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic captures the bold, experimental spirit of late 1960s horological design. Housed ...
Steel
$1,656
W 1.38 in L 1.38 in
Omega Seamaster 162002 – Stainless Steel – 35mm – Automatic Cal. 562 (1963)
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster 162002 automatic Cal. 562 vintage watch from 1963, a classic mid‑century timepiece presented in good overall condition and excellent working order. Recently serviced,...
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville Stainless Steel Date Automatic Men’s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville men’s watch features a stainless steel case with a signed silver-tone dial, applied baton hour markers, and a date window at 3 o’clock. The dial...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Omega Seamaster De Ville automatic wristwatch featuring a stainless steel case, silver-tone dial, gold-tone applied hour markers, and matching gold-tone hands. The dial is si...
Stainless Steel
Omega Geneve with date Ref 1360098 35mm Stainless Steel, c 1976
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Omega Geneve with date , reference 1360098 , manual winding, features a 35mm stainless steel case and crisp silver dial. Presented in superb condition for its age, there ...
Omega Geneve Automatic Mens Watch, 34.50mm
By Omega
Located in London, GB
A classic Omega Genève automatic men’s watch, featuring a refined 34.5mm case that embodies timeless mid-century Swiss design. Elegant and understated, this watch is powered by a rel...
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster 120 166.088 – Stainless Steel – Blue Bezel Full Set – Automatic
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster 120 166.088 – Stainless Steel – Blue Bezel – Full Set – Automatic A truly special and increasingly rare vintage Omega, this Seamaster 120 reference 166.088 is hard enough to find on its own — finding one complete with original box, papers and original bracelet elevates it to another level altogether. An exceptional opportunity for collectors of vintage tool watches. Key Details • Model: Omega Seamaster 120 • Reference: 166.088 • Case Size: 39mm • Case Material: Stainless steel • Caseback: Seahorse (hippocampus) emblem • Bezel: Rotating stainless steel bezel with blue insert • Dial: Black • Hour Markers: Naturally aged and discoloured • Hands: White and black hour/minute hands with sweeping blue seconds hand • Date: At 3 o’clock • Crystal: Acrylic • Movement: Omega Calibre 1002 automatic • Water Resistance: Originally rated to 120 metres (not guaranteed due to age) • Bracelet: Original Omega stainless steel bracelet • Clasp: Folding clasp • Wrist Size: Fits up to approx. 18.5cm Condition Report Case: Honest vintage condition with noticeable scratches and marks consistent with age; deliberately left unpolished to preserve originality. Bezel: Original blue insert with age‑appropriate wear. Dial: Naturally aged with spidering and discolouration; full of character and originality. Crystal: Light marks consistent with vintage use. Bracelet: Original bracelet in good condition with normal wear for age. Overall: A very honest, original example that has not been over‑restored or polished. Working Order Recently passed through our workshop. Running at approximately +4 seconds per day. Amplitude measured at around 197. Operating beautifully for a vintage automatic dive watch. Our View The Seamaster 120 is one of Omega’s most under‑the‑radar vintage...
Omega Seamaster Cosmic Stainless Steel Date Automatic Men's Watch Ref. 166.023
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic men’s watch features a stainless steel case with an off-white dial, applied silver-tone hour markers, matching hands, and a date window at 3 o’clo...
Stainless Steel
Omega Seamaster De Ville Date Automatic Men’s Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This Omega Seamaster De Ville men’s watch features a polished stainless steel case with a silver-tone dial, applied baton hour markers, and a date window at 3 o’clock. The dial is si...
Stainless Steel
Omega Genève ST 1110114 – 32.5mm – Manual Wind – Serviced July 2026 – 1975
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Genève ST 1110114 – 32.5mm – Manual Wind – Serviced July 2026 – 1975 Just arrived in stock, this classic Omega Genève reference ST 1110114 is available now for next-day delive...
Steel
1970 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Cal. 565 Dress Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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 1stD...
Stainless Steel
1969 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Cal. 565 Dress Watch - Stainless Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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 1stD...
Stainless Steel
1962 Omega Seamaster De Ville Vintage Mens Cal. 562 Automatic Watch - SS Steel
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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 1stD...
Stainless Steel
1967 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch with Black Dial - SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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. 1967 OMEGA GENEVE Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch with Black Dial - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored Condition - Classic & Strong - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this gorgeously restored example of one of Omega's classic vintage Genève watches with handsome black pearl dial. Restored in a rich black pearl finish, it enhances the watch's naturally sporty character while remaining faithful to the clean, balanced design language that made these late-1960s Genèves so enduringly attractive. Rather than drawing attention through color, the dial impresses through subtlety. Its black pearl finish has a soft, understated sheen that gives the surface depth while avoiding the mirror-like reflections of a gloss dial. Against this dark backdrop, the wide applied baton markers become a defining design element, catching the light beautifully and giving the dial an unexpected sense of dimension. The polished hands and framed date window makes it feel purposeful, refined, and highly legible. The cases sharply sculpted, angular profile is unmistakably a product of the era, yet its clean geometry gives it an appearance that still feels remarkably current today. The combination of brushed and polished surfaces pairs naturally with the understated black dial, creating a watch that feels equally appropriate with casual attire or a sport coat. Its size is large enough to not look like an overly small vintage watch...
Stainless Steel
1979 Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Bracelet Automatic Day Date Royal Blue Watch
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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. 1979 OMEGA...
Stainless Steel
1977 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Bracelet Smoked Sapphire Dial Watch, SS
By Omega
Located in Suwanee, GA
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 1stD...
Stainless Steel
