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.
Omega Dynamic Automatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch, 1970s, Calibre 565
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Omega Dynamic Automatic wristwatch from the 1970s, a distinctive example of the brand’s innovative design language during the period. Crafted i...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Omega Dynamic 166.039 – Automatic – 41mm – 1970s Icon
By Omega
Located in London, GB
If ever a watch screamed 1970s, it’s the Omega Dynamic reference 166.039. Bold, unconventional and effortlessly cool, the Dynamic remains one of Omega’s most distinctive designs and a true representation of the era’s experimental styling. This striking example features the signature elliptical stainless steel case, designed to sit naturally on the wrist, and remains in good honest condition for a watch that is now over 50 years old. Key Details • Model: Omega Dynamic Automatic...
Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation with Original Dial circa 50 / 60's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Constellation / Reference 2852 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 60's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 19 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Original Dauphine Markers ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a nearly flawless example of one of Omega's legendary models, the Constellation. We have never seen a finer example of this model. It still keeps excellent original time and appears to have never really been used and was only just serviced for the first time by us. We sold this model new in the family jewelry...
Vintage Omega Geneve, Automatic English made Dennison Stainless case
Located in Peshawar, PK
Original Omega Geneve Watch. Case Height 43mm Case diameter 38mm l get the watches from First Hand Users. The Watches have never been opened İns...
Stainless Steel
Omega Stainless Steel Constellation with Original Dial circa 50 / 60's
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Constellation / Reference 2852 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1950 / 60's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Automatic Winding / 19 Jewels DIAL / HANDS: Original Silvered with Original Dauphine Markers ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: Alligator, 18mm / Regular Length WARRANTY: 18 months on the movement LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This is a nearly flawless example of one of Omega's legendary models, the Constellation. We have never seen a finer example of this model. It still keeps excellent original time and appears to have never really been used and was only just serviced for the first time by us. We sold this model new in the family jewelry...
$2,306
W 1.38 in L 1.62 in
1972 Omega Geneve Vintage Retro Automatic Day Date Mens Dial Watch - Stainless S
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
$2,369
W 1.4 in L 1.6 in
1975 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Day Date Bracelet Watch - Stainless S
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
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
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.036 – Day Date – 35mm – Vintage 1969
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Seamaster Cosmic 166.036 – Day Date – 35mm – Vintage 1969 A true and authentic vintage Omega Seamaster Cosmic reference 166.036, presented here as an honest, original example....
Steel
Omega Geneve Dynamic, 40mm elliptical case, stainless steel, c1970
By Omega
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Omega Geneve Dynamic features a stainless steel 40mm elliptical case with stainless steel bracelet and attractive black dial. Presented in excellent condition with light ...
