What We Fancy

Part of what makes vintage Omega so great is the number of different variations they created in the 1950s to really figure out their identity. What I mean by that is by the time they reached their golden years of the 1960s when they had their distinguished lineup of models there were the 1950s when they experimented. This leaves us with beautiful watches like this reference 2791-1 from 1957. I cannot explain enough how cool this dial is in person, the way the dial aged to a two-tone and the patina’d applied Arabic numerals is just stunning in different lighting. With a long lugged case at 36mm wide, this watch wears very comfortable for the modern wrist. A true standout in a decade that’s hard to do so.

Brand: Omega

Model: reference 2791-1

Case: 36mm wide (excluding crown), all stainless steel, screw-down case back, domed mineral crystal, signed crown, waterproof

Movement: Omega cal. 266, manual winding, recently serviced

Bracelet/ Strap: Chestnut Brown Smooth Calfskin (MSRP: $65), 18mm lug width

Features: Two-tone dial, raised Arabic numerals, dauphine handset, subsidiary seconds, domed crystal, screw-down case back, signed crown, circa 1957

Box & Papers: No

Condition: In overall excellent all original condition. The dial is fantastic with no major defects such as blemishes or scratches. It has aged beautifully. The case is very good likely never having been polished but still retains the original finishing after all these years. No major dents or scratches. The movement has been recently serviced and keeps excellent time when tested.

Backed by our one-year repair warranty. To trade in your watch towards this purchase or to make arrangements for purchase via wire, check/ cash to save on fees, please send us a message or email. Accompanied by a free Suede Travel Pouch.