Omega Small Seconds – Mechanical – Factory Black Dial – 33 mm An elegant vintage Swiss timepiece, this Omega combines a stainless-steel case with a factory black dial and a beautifully balanced small-seconds display. Applied gold-tone hour markers and slender pointed hands bring warmth to the dark background, while the dial’s age-related patina gives this example a distinctive character. Its restrained 33 mm proportions make it an appealing choice for collectors who appreciate classic design and traditional mechanical watchmaking. Technical Details Brand: Omega Model: Small Seconds Case: Stainless steel Diameter: Approximately 33 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Acrylic Dial: Factory black dial with visible speckled patina and applied gold-tone faceted hour markers Hands: Pointed gold-tone hour and minute hands Movement: Swiss mechanical Omega movement Functions: Hours, minutes and small seconds Seconds display: Recessed, circularly finished small-seconds subdial at 6 o’clock Case back: Closed stainless-steel back Water resistance: Not tested Strap: Generic black leather strap Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 21 cm Condition Report Grade B – Good vintage condition, with signs of wear consistent with age. The stainless-steel case presents surface scratches, small marks and wear around the bezel and lugs. The case back also displays visible scratches, including several more pronounced marks. The factory black dial shows widespread fine spotting and age-related surface wear, with some deterioration to the printed minute track. The gold-tone hands and applied markers display ageing, while the small-seconds subdial retains its distinctive circular texture. The acrylic crystal shows light surface marks, and the leather strap presents some traces of use. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided unless the watch is professionally assessed and pressure-tested. Story & Heritage The charm of this Omega lies in the quiet balance of its dial. The small-seconds display at 6 o’clock creates a separate focal point beneath the hands, giving the passage of time its own space within the composition. Its concentric finishing adds a subtle texture against the surrounding black surface. Gold-tone details provide a warm contrast to the steel case. The faceted hour markers catch the light individually, while the elongated hands draw the eye across the dial. A distinctive marker at 12 o’clock and the applied Omega emblem complete an arrangement that feels carefully proportioned. At 33 mm, the case preserves the intimate scale of a traditional vintage wristwatch. Its narrow bezel and straight, tapered lugs allow the dial to take centre stage, complemented here by a simple black leather strap. Inside, the mechanical Omega movement adds the enduring appeal of traditional Swiss engineering. Together with the factory black dial and visible patina, it gives this watch an individual presence—an attractive piece for an enthusiast who values understated elegance and the character acquired through time. Internal Reference Number - XTM 264