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 Ref 2497-2 80 Micron Gold Capped Mens 1940s 35mm Vintage Manual Wind RA702
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Omega 80 micron gold-capped manual wind dress watch, c.1947, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous, unrestored ...
Gold Plate
Omega Ref 14340 Jumbo 35mm x 43mm 18k Solid Gold Mens 1940s Manual Wind RA694
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Omega International Collection 14340 solid 18k gold, rare hooded lugs, manual wind, c.1948, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master wa...
Gold, 18k Gold
Omega Bumper 18K Yellow Gold ref 2709 Cal 344 Automatic 35mm Watch, c1952.
By Omega
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,461
H 1.3 in W 1.3 in Dm 1.3 in
Omega Vintage – Gold‑Filled – Cal. 344 Bumper Automatic – 33mm – Mid‑1950s
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Vintage – Gold‑Filled – Cal. 344 Bumper Automatic – 33mm – Mid‑1950s A real vintage gem from the mid‑1950s, this 33mm gold‑filled Omega features a case crafted by the renowned...
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940 Omega 14KT Gold Sub-Seconds Dress Watch
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage Omega dress watch from circa 1940 exemplifies the understated sophistication and precision craftsmanship that defined Swiss watchmaking during the era. The watch...
14k Gold
Vintage Omega Turler Watch, c.1950s
By Omega
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Omega Turler watch dates to the 1950s. The 18 carat yellow gold case is 36mm in diameter and contains a manual winding cal.283 movement. Ch...
18k Gold
18 Kt Gold Omega Automatic, Caliber 501, from 1958
By Omega
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Solid Gold Automatic Omega Wrist Watch from 1958with back engraving Movement : Mechanical with Automatic Selfwinding, Caliber 501 Case : 18 kt Dennison made for Omega in UK, ...
Gold
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.3 in
Omega 14k Solid Gold Cal 600 Mens 33mm Manual Wind 1960s Dress Watch RA667
By Omega
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's Omega 14k solid gold manual wind dress watch, c.1961, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master watchmaker. Gorgeous Omega signed dial, ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Gold Plate
Omega Vintage 1615002 – 9ct Gold – Automatic – 35mm – 1962
By Omega
Located in London, GB
Omega Vintage 1615002 – 9ct Gold – Automatic – 35mm – 1962 A superb mid‑century Omega dress watch, this reference 1615002 from 1962 combines timeless design with the legendary Calibr...
9k Gold
Omega Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Omega Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. 14k Yellow Gold 3 piece case with an unusual and scarce Hinged case back. Mechanical, Manual wind 15 Jewel Nickle Lever Movement. Silver Satin ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Vintage Stainless Steel Manual Wind Wrist Watch
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Omega Wrist Watch, 35 MM Stainless Steel 3 piece Water Proof case, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Excellent, mint condition, Silver Satin dial with raised and Gold Foil impressed markers. New Black Lizard Grain Leather strap, watch length 8 3/4 inches. A very clean, seldom worn watch, triple Omega signed...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Movado Curvex Yellow Gold Wrist Watch
By Movado
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Movado "Curvex" Wrist Watch, 42 M.M x 21 M.M 14k Yellow Gold 2 piece curved and Convex case, 17 Jewel Movado Factories Mechanical, manual wind Nickle Lever movement. Orig...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Vacheron & Constantin Yellow Gold Covered Lug Wrist Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950 Vacheron & Constantin Wrist Watch, made exclusively for the American Market, 36 M.M X 20 M.M 2 piece 14k Yellow Gold case with covered lugs. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
LeCoultre Yellow Gold 1950s Bradley ll "Ships Wheel" Wrist Watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa mid 1950s LeCoultre Bradley ll Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 piece case with Flared Lugs and Case Attachments at the Hour Markers. 17 Jewel mechanical, manual wind Nic...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 1930s Two Color Gold Benrus Mechanical Wrist watch
By Benrus
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1930 True Art Deco Benrus Wrist Watch, 28 x 26 M.M. 14k White and Yellow Gold 2 piece hinged case with hand Chased design work on the top and sides. 17 Jewel, mechanical, manua...
Gold, 14k Gold
