Omega - Automatic Bumper - No reserve price - Men - 1950-1959

Omega Automatic Bumper – Vintage 1950s

Swiss Innovation • Early Automatic Engineering • Mid-Century Elegance

A beautiful and historically significant example of Omega’s early automatic watchmaking, this vintage Omega Automatic Bumper from the 1950s represents a key transitional moment in horological history. Crafted in a 14k gold-filled case and powered by Omega’s legendary bumper automatic movement, this watch reflects the refinement, innovation, and understated luxury that defined the post-war era.

The warm champagne dial, accented by applied gold hour markers and elegant dauphine hands, has developed an authentic patina consistent with age, adding character and depth without compromising legibility. The proportions remain perfectly balanced, making this piece timeless and highly wearable even by modern standards.

Technical Details

• Brand: Omega
• Model: Automatic Bumper
• Era: 1950s
• Case: 14k Gold Filled, 34 mm
• Crystal: Acrylic (domed)
• Dial: Champagne with applied gold markers and printed minute track
• Water Resistance: Untested (vintage watch)
• Movement: Swiss Omega automatic bumper movement
• Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
• Strap: Generic leather strap, fits up to 21 cm wrist
• Condition: Grade B – honest signs of use consistent with age
• Box: Generic presentation box

Story & Heritage

During the 1940s and 1950s, Omega was at the forefront of automatic movement development. Before the widespread adoption of full-rotor systems, Omega perfected the bumper automatic mechanism—a semi-rotor design that “bumps” gently against internal springs, converting motion into winding energy. This system was revolutionary at the time and laid the foundation for modern automatic calibers.

The movement visible in the photos showcases Omega’s exceptional finishing, copper-colored plates, and precise engineering, proudly engraved “Omega Watch Co – Swiss – Seventeen 17 Jewels.” The inner caseback markings confirm the 14k gold-filled construction, a premium choice offering the warmth of gold combined with durability for everyday wear.

The dial’s subtle aging, combined with the original typography and applied markers, tells a story of a watch that has lived a life while remaining mechanically faithful to its origins. The domed acrylic crystal enhances the vintage charm, catching light softly from different angles.

Today, this Omega Automatic Bumper stands not only as a collectible timepiece, but as a tangible chapter in the evolution of automatic watchmaking—ideal for collectors who appreciate mechanical history, mid-century design, and the enduring legacy of Omega.

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