Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 151.0050 - Men - 1972

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

A classic 1970s Omega De Ville with a distinctive patinated dial. This piece features a stainless steel cushion case that reflects the design language of the era, paired with a period-appropriate brick-link bracelet. Powered by the ultra-thin Caliber 711 automatic movement, the watch offers honest wear and a highly individualized aesthetic shaped by time.

Brand: Omega
Model: De Ville
Reference Number: 151.0050
Serial Number: 35981336
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 711, 24 Jewels, Adjusted to 2 positions
Dial: Silver-tone with heavy perimeter patina and applied baton indices
Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1972
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +20+25s/day, running strong and steady.

Dial and Hands
The silver-tone base dial exhibits significant surface degradation from moisture or age, resulting in heavy, dark staining and patina around the entire perimeter. Despite this heavily patinated character, the applied baton indices and printed text remain fully legible, and there is no visible physical deformation of the dial surface. The simple and legible black baton hands contrast cleanly against the aged background. The hands retain their surface finish with minor signs of aging, showing no visible bending or severe corrosion.

Case and Crystal
The stainless steel cushion case displays honest wear on a classic seventies shape. The polished finish shows visible surface scratches and scuffs consistent with age and use, though no major dents or deep gouges are present. The knurled crown is signed with the Omega logo on the face and exhibits some surface wear. The domed acrylic crystal completes the profile, showing some light surface scratches visible under certain lighting angles, with no major cracks or chips.

Movement
Inside the case is the automatic Omega Caliber 711, finished in the brand's traditional copper tone. The movement features clear engravings reading OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS, ADJUSTED TWO (2) POSITIONS, TWENTY-FOUR 24 JEWELS, and the caliber number 711, alongside the matching serial number 35981336. It maintains a generally clean appearance, showing some minor surface marks and light oxidation on the rotor edge, while the screw heads appear in decent condition. Recording +20+25s/day on the timegrapher, the watch is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a period correct stainless steel brick-link style bracelet. The bracelet shows normal surface scratches and wear, maintaining a period-appropriate design that accommodates a maximum wrist size of 19cm.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear throughout its stainless steel cushion case, with visible surface scratches and scuffs but no deep gouges. The silver-tone dial exhibits significant surface degradation and heavy, dark staining around the entire perimeter. The black baton hands remain well-preserved, and the domed acrylic crystal shows only light surface scratches. The movement is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Dimensions
The case measures 36mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
The heavy perimeter patina gives this dial a unique character, contrasting sharply with the clean, legible black baton hands. Housed in a classic 1970s cushion case and powered by the respected ultra-thin Caliber 711, this De Ville presents an honest and distinctive vintage presence.

History
The Omega De Ville line emerged as a standalone collection in the late 1960s, having initially been introduced as a dressier subset of the Seamaster family. It was designed to offer a more refined aesthetic compared to the brand's robust sports models. By the 1970s, the De Ville collection embraced varied case geometries, including the cushion shapes popular during the era. The Caliber 711, introduced in the 1960s, is notable for being one of Omega's thinnest automatic movements, allowing for elegant case profiles while maintaining reliable mechanical performance.

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.
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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.
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SKU: OME-DVX-0055