Now available at auction from Second Vintage This 1978 Omega De Ville presents a quintessential vintage dress watch experience, distinguished by an exceptionally clean vertical brushed dial and a classic minimalist two-hand layout. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 111 0107 Serial Number: 41344580 Movement: Manual winding, caliber 625 Dial: Vertical brushed silver/champagne with black printed text and indices Case Size: 33 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1978 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +10+13s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, featuring a beautiful vertical brushed silver and champagne finish. The black printed text and indices remain crisp, with no visible spotting, staining, or damage. The pristine black stick hands match the dial indices perfectly, showing no visible corrosion or paint loss. Case and Crystal The 33 mm case geometry was designed with a slim profile, showing honest wear on its visible surfaces. There are visible scratches and handling marks on the gold-plated top and sides. Notably, heavy pitting, corrosion, and plating loss are present on the hidden case mating surface beneath the caseback. The stainless steel snap-on caseback shows typical light scratches. The flat acrylic crystal is generally clear, displaying minor surface scratches visible under certain lighting angles. The gold-tone crown is signed with the Omega logo and shows moderate wear to its knurling and plating. Movement The watch is powered by the reliable Omega caliber 625 manual wind movement. Visually, the copper-colored plating is generally intact, with some minor surface marks and light oxidation visible on the plates and screws. There are no obvious signs of severe damage or missing components. The timegrapher recorded +10+13s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap is an attractive complementary addition in good wearable condition, showing light wear and creasing. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch shows honest wear across its exterior components, including scratches on the gold-plated case and significant hidden corrosion on the mating surface beneath the caseback, while the dial and hands remain exceptionally clean and well-preserved. The movement performance is very strong, supported by the recorded timegrapher results. Dimensions The case measures 33 mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This De Ville offers a highly attractive dial configuration and a dependable manual wind caliber. The striking preservation of the dial and hands makes this a compelling choice for enthusiasts of minimalist vintage design. History The Omega De Ville reference 111.0107 was introduced to the brand's international collection in 1972. Designed as a dedicated dress watch, the model emphasized a slim profile and an elegant two-hand display. The De Ville line equipped with the caliber 625 was produced in large numbers, making it a widely available and enduring choice for collectors of the era. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ODV-0088