Omega - Caliber 284 - No reserve price - 2905-1 SC - Men - 1950-1959

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This classic mid-century Omega dress watch presents a handsome and traditional aesthetic from a highly respected era of Swiss watchmaking. Featuring a heavy 80-micron gold-plated case and an attractive silver dial with elegant dauphine hands, this timepiece offers substantial vintage character. Powered by the beautifully preserved Omega Caliber 284 manual-wind movement, it remains a charming and highly capable mechanical companion.

Brand: Omega
Reference Number: 2905-1 SC
Serial Number: 15377811
Movement: Manual-wind, Caliber 284, 17 jewels
Dial: Silver/off-white with applied gold-tone indices and light patina
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated (80 microns), stainless steel caseback
Production Year: Circa 1956
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +19+20s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The silver, off-white dial displays an attractive light patina characterized by even spotting across the surface. Applied gold-tone indices and the raised Omega logo remain fully intact, while the printed text is crisp and highly legible. The classic gold-tone dauphine hands show visible oxidation and spotting on their surfaces, perfectly matching the honest aging of the dial.

Case and Crystal
Measuring 34mm, the case features heavy 80-micron gold plating over a stainless steel caseback. It displays honest vintage wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks throughout, as well as some verdigris and green oxidation visible at the caseback seam. The lugs retain a generally good shape with some softening along their edges. A smooth gold-plated bezel is integrated naturally into the case design, showing scratches consistent with the rest of the exterior. The watch is fitted with a gold-tone knurled crown featuring a flat face and no visible signature. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with only minor surface scratches visible under direct light.

Movement
Inside beats the Omega Caliber 284 manual-wind movement, featuring 17 jewels. The signature copper-colored finish is bright and wonderfully preserved. The plates and bridges remain clean with minimal signs of handling, and the screw heads show very minor wear. Factory engravings, including the Omega name, caliber, and serial number, are clearly visible. Reading +19+20s/day on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is paired with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching, which shows light wear.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The dial shows an attractive, even spotting, and the hands display visible oxidation. The heavy gold-plated case exhibits moderate scratches, some softened lug edges, and visible verdigris at the caseback seam. The movement is remarkably clean and, supported by the timegrapher results, is performing strongly.

Dimensions
The case measures 34mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Omega offers a wonderful combination of mid-century dress elegance and robust mechanical performance. The heavy 80-micron gold plating provides excellent warmth, while the beautifully preserved Caliber 284 makes it a rewarding watch to wind and wear.

History
During the 1950s, Omega produced some of the most elegant and structurally robust dress watches on the market. This era was defined by clean dials, applied markers, and elegant dauphine hands, creating an enduring aesthetic that remains highly appreciated today. The Caliber 284 belongs to Omega's celebrated family of manual-wind movements from this period, known for their excellent finishing, reliable architecture, and enduring precision.

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.

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SKU: OME-XXX-0029