Omega - Caliber 283 'Serviced' - No reserve price - 2760 - 8 SC - Men - 1950-1959






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Omega Caliber 283 manual-wind dress watch, reference 2760 - 8 SC, circa 1954, with a 35 mm stainless steel case and a silver sunburst dial on a black leather strap in excellent vintage condition; movement serviced on 7 October 2026 with a timegrapher rate of +2/+5 seconds per day.
Description from the seller
Presented for auction by Second Vintage
This exceptionally clean classic Omega dress watch offers an outstanding state of preservation. The stunning silver sunburst dial and sharp stainless steel case geometry highlight the enduring appeal of mid-century Omega design, making it a highly attractive piece for collectors of fine mechanical timepieces.
Brand: Omega
Reference Number: 2760 - 8 SC
Serial Number: 14159041
Movement: Manual wind, Caliber 283
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted baton indices
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Production Year: Circa 1954
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Movement serviced on 7 October 2026. Timegrapher: +2+5s/day, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The dial is pristine and highly attractive, featuring a beautiful silver sunburst finish. It remains in exceptionally clean preservation with no visible spotting or damage. The applied faceted baton indices and applied Omega logo add refined depth to the layout. The polished dauphine hands are equally well-preserved, displaying clean surfaces with minimal signs of age or oxidation, perfectly matching the dial's excellent condition.
Case and Crystal
The well-preserved stainless steel case features a polished finish with sharp lines, retaining its sharp lug geometry and well-defined edges. The surfaces display light scratches consistent with careful wear over the decades. A smooth polished bezel is integrated with the case, showing only light hairline scratches. The caseback exterior is clean, retaining its circular brushing. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega crown featuring a knurled edge in good condition. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, with no significant scratches or crazing visible.
Movement
Powering the watch is the manual-wind Omega Caliber 283, finished with attractive copper-colored plating. The movement is in clean condition with sharp engravings, including the Omega name, Swiss origin, 17 jewels, caliber number, and serial number. There is no visible corrosion or significant tool marks present. The timegrapher records a rate of +2+5s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 7 October 2026.
Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The material shows signs of light wear.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 7 October 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The dial is stunningly preserved and exceptionally clean. The stainless steel case retains sharp lines and well-defined lugs, showing only light surface scratches from careful use. The crystal is clear, and the copper-plated movement remains clean and highly attractive.
Dimensions
The case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.
Remarks
This is an exceptionally clean classic Omega dress watch. The pristine dial preservation and sharp case geometry make it a highly attractive example, offering a superb wearing experience for anyone who appreciates mid-century mechanical design.
History
During the 1950s, Omega produced some of the most elegant and reliable dress watches on the market. The manual-wind Caliber 283 belongs to the celebrated 30mm movement family, which built Omega's reputation for precision and durability at observatory trials. These mid-century models are appreciated by collectors for their refined aesthetics, balanced proportions, and robust mechanical engineering.
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-RXX-0001
Seller's Story
Presented for auction by Second Vintage
This exceptionally clean classic Omega dress watch offers an outstanding state of preservation. The stunning silver sunburst dial and sharp stainless steel case geometry highlight the enduring appeal of mid-century Omega design, making it a highly attractive piece for collectors of fine mechanical timepieces.
Brand: Omega
Reference Number: 2760 - 8 SC
Serial Number: 14159041
Movement: Manual wind, Caliber 283
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted baton indices
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Production Year: Circa 1954
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Movement serviced on 7 October 2026. Timegrapher: +2+5s/day, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The dial is pristine and highly attractive, featuring a beautiful silver sunburst finish. It remains in exceptionally clean preservation with no visible spotting or damage. The applied faceted baton indices and applied Omega logo add refined depth to the layout. The polished dauphine hands are equally well-preserved, displaying clean surfaces with minimal signs of age or oxidation, perfectly matching the dial's excellent condition.
Case and Crystal
The well-preserved stainless steel case features a polished finish with sharp lines, retaining its sharp lug geometry and well-defined edges. The surfaces display light scratches consistent with careful wear over the decades. A smooth polished bezel is integrated with the case, showing only light hairline scratches. The caseback exterior is clean, retaining its circular brushing. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega crown featuring a knurled edge in good condition. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, with no significant scratches or crazing visible.
Movement
Powering the watch is the manual-wind Omega Caliber 283, finished with attractive copper-colored plating. The movement is in clean condition with sharp engravings, including the Omega name, Swiss origin, 17 jewels, caliber number, and serial number. There is no visible corrosion or significant tool marks present. The timegrapher records a rate of +2+5s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 7 October 2026.
Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The material shows signs of light wear.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 7 October 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The dial is stunningly preserved and exceptionally clean. The stainless steel case retains sharp lines and well-defined lugs, showing only light surface scratches from careful use. The crystal is clear, and the copper-plated movement remains clean and highly attractive.
Dimensions
The case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.
Remarks
This is an exceptionally clean classic Omega dress watch. The pristine dial preservation and sharp case geometry make it a highly attractive example, offering a superb wearing experience for anyone who appreciates mid-century mechanical design.
History
During the 1950s, Omega produced some of the most elegant and reliable dress watches on the market. The manual-wind Caliber 283 belongs to the celebrated 30mm movement family, which built Omega's reputation for precision and durability at observatory trials. These mid-century models are appreciated by collectors for their refined aesthetics, balanced proportions, and robust mechanical engineering.
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-RXX-0001
