Omega 24-hour Day and Night Compass Antique Swiss Amazing Art Deco Silver Watch

“History OMEGA is the last letter of the Greek alphabet and symbolises accomplishment and perfection - qualities that have been inherent in every OMEGA watch since the company's founding by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in 1848.

The brand's reputation for innovation and quality has led to numerous awards over the company's 150-year history, starting as early as 1900 with the Grand Prix at the Paris World Fair and continuing with the world precision record of 97.8 points at the Kew-Teddington observatory in England in 1936. OMEGA went on to be official timekeeper at no less than 21 Olympic Games, bringing numerous innovations to Olympic sports over the years, such as the first electronic timekeeping at the Helsinki games in 1952 - the same year in which the company was awarded the Olympic Cross of Merit for its outstanding contribution to sport. On account of its precision and reliability, OMEGA's Speedmaster watch was chosen by NASA as its official chronometer in 1965 and 4 years later was the first watch to be worn on the moon, when, on 21 July 1969, Neil Armstrong made his giant leap for mankind. In more recent years, OMEGA has continued to build on its reputation for precision and innovation, presenting the world's first self-winding wristwatch with central tourbillon (launched in 1994) and the revolutionary coaxial escapement sur developed in conjunction with renowned English master watchmaker George Daniels first offered in limited series in 1999. OMEGA owes a large part of its matchmaking excellence to the quality of its movements.  These magnificent watches are highly collectible, and hold a very special place in many collectors’ showcases. There seems to be an aura about Omega watches that captivate this collector especially.”

Short description of watch

I bring to your attention this rare antique Swiss collectible, an Amazing men's wristwatch OMEGA Compass Lépine with 24-hour day and night dial with points of the compass, to Swiss patent No.3061. The hour hand makes one full rotation in 24 hours. This watch from the pocket was altered into a wristwatch. The watch has an original Beautiful Art Deco 0,800 silver case, a signed "OMEGA" and serial number: 7138974. This watch has two rear covers: external and internal. The presence of the inner lid - this is a good sign of a quality watch. It is used to protect the mechanism from dust and to provide added protection from moisture. Also, the surface of this lid is fully engraved with seven medals with exquisite miniature detailing in the center and inscription: OMEGA BIENNE GENEVE. This watch has original Beautiful Gold Plated High-Grade movement with rare CALIBER 19 LB and BI-METALLIC MICROMETER REGULATOR & BLUE BREGUET BALANCE SPRING, also signed "OMEGA" and serial number: 6328476. This number dates this watch in the period 1923-1929 as per published production numbers. The re-finished Art Deco Engraved Black & Silver Metal dial is in excellent condition, professionally restored and beautifully done. On the face side, the dome glass is plastic (Plexiglass). The watch has been restored, checked, and calibrated by a master watchmaker and is in good running condition. This unique watch was kept till our time in good condition. To the watch, a NEW watchband is added as a GIFT. This watch is a stylish acquisition for collectors, 100% satisfaction, and a good present or for everyday use!

Technical information:

Diameter of the case with crown: 57 mm

Diameter of the case: 51 mm

Diameter of the dial: 43 mm

Thickness: 14 mm

Band size: 22 mm