Omega De Ville “Andrew Grima” Blue Dial Ref. 511.0378 (circa 1972)

WHY WE CURATED IT:
De Villes are special in Omega history. Originally a sub-set of Seamasters, it became a standalone line by 1967. Over time, technical milestones such as Omega’s first co-axial escapement and first anti-magnetic central tourbillon were housed in De Villes. But beyond technology, De Villes also channeled Omega’s brief forays into avant-garde design. In the 60s, Omega had famously convinced a reluctant Andrew Grima, rockstar British jeweller from London’s Mayfair, to collaborate on a once-off series of watches that “tell time through gemstones”. These were high-end bespoke pieces, and one of Grima’s conditions before agreeing was that the pieces must carry no Omega branding. Luckily for us, Omega re-introduced a range of De Villes under the “Time In Style” series in the 70s, a reimagining of Grima designs made affordable (and branded Omega). Like this one right here, an absolute gem (no pun intended) with a brushed denim-blue dial, a jewel-faceted sapphire crystal, manual-winding Cal. 620 and in spectacular condition!

CONDITION:
9.5/10, with hardly any signs of use. Absolutely incredible for a watch over half a century old! Crystal, dial, printing and hands are pristine. Original signed crown. New aftermarket strap and buckle. Movement is returning over-spec power reserve, high amplitude, low beat error and accurate to ±5 secs/day averaged from 6 timegrapher positions.

DIMENSIONS:
24.7mm width
40.3mm length incl. lugs
8.6mm thickness
14mm lug width
Visual dial width ~19.5mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference

CRYSTAL:
Sapphire

CASE:
Steel

WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches

STRAP:
Aftermarket blue calf with aftermarket buckle (12mm)

CALIBRE:
Omega Cal. 620, 2-hander manual-winding

COMES WITH:
Watch, aftermarket strap and buckle

TERMS OF SALE:
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