OMEGA
Omega is a Swiss luxury watchmaker known for producing high-quality and prestigious timepieces. The company was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland; Louis Brandt started as a watchmaker, and he produced key-wound pocket watches. Originally, it was called "Louis Brandt et Frère" and they primarily produced pocket watches and it was until 1903 that the company officially adopted the name "Omega."
Throughout its history, Omega has continued to innovate and produce high-quality timepieces. Today, it remains one of the most prestigious and respected Swiss watchmakers, offering a diverse range of collections that cater to various lifestyles and tastes. Today, Omega continues to be a prominent and highly regarded Swiss luxury watch brand.
"Vintage Omega watches are very highly regarded for their quality, particularly their movements which are outstanding."
OMEGA SEAMASTER
Seamaster, the longest product line still produced by Omega. It is also, the first waterproof watch Omega and the oldest current Omega's collection, "The Omega Seamaster is a line of manual winding, automatic, chronometer and quartz watches that Omega has produces since 1948."
Originally, it was produced in 1932 based upon designs made for the British Royal Navy to be used in submarines during the war. The Omega Seamaster turned out to also be useful for watches and in 1948 it debuted in celebration of Omega's 100th anniversary. "The model was an immediate hit and became the brand’s best seller."
"The Seamaster is the longest product line still produced by Omega."
OMEGA Seamaster
Automatic Watch
19 Jewels
Ref. 2848
We are pleased to offering this classic vintage timepiece: an Omega Seamaster Automatic wristwatch, reference 2848, dating back to late 1956.
This self-winding watch is powered by the original Omega automatic movement, caliber 491, with 19 jewels, a sub-second hand, a 46-hour power reserve, and a frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour. Swiss made.
The original white dial, showing some patina, features gold Arabic numerals, arrow markers, a bold minute track, and gold hands, with the small second at 6 o'clock. The dial is also signed with the Omega name/logo, "Automatic" and "Seamaster" on top.
The watch is housed in a 33.5mm stainless steel case and comes with a new brown leather strap.
It is still in good condition, running accurately and keeping excellent time!
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any question, or respectful offers.
Movement:
OMEGA Watch Co.
491
19 Jewels
Swiss
15692222
Case Markings:
Acer Inoxydable
Omega Watch Co.
FAB. Suisse
Swiss Made
2846 8 SC
2848
Seamaster
Waterproof
Measurements (mm):
Case 33.5
Case w/Crown 36.3
Case Lug to Lug 41.7
Case Thickness 11.2
Lug Width 18
Band Width 18
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men’s watches typically measure between 29-36mm wide (some larger, some smaller) excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women’s watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than today's offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust the lighting, when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned.
The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear but is fully operational and functions as intended.
Please review the photos and feel free to ask any questions you may have.
It will be carefully packed.
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