Omega - Caliber 285 - No reserve price - 14714-61-SC - Men - 1959

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This classic vintage Omega dress watch offers a highly appealing presence on the wrist, defined by its beautifully patinated silver dial and honest vintage character. Driven by the reliable manual-wind caliber 285, it represents a standard production model from the era with an enduring configuration, providing an excellent opportunity to acquire a robust and charming mid-century timepiece.

Brand: Omega
Reference Number: 14714-61-SC
Serial Number: 16916212
Movement: Manual-winding caliber 285, 17 jewels
Dial: Patinated silver with spotting and light edge wear
Case Size: 32 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1959
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -4-8s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The silver dial presents a deeply patinated character, featuring even spotting across the surface and light edge wear that speaks directly to its age. The hands complement this aesthetic perfectly, displaying visible oxidation and spotting that enhance the aged visual profile of the watch. The dial text remains clear and legible, proudly bearing the Omega name.

Case and Crystal
The 32 mm gold-plated case, fitted with a stainless steel caseback, exhibits honest wear consistent with its production era. Scratches and wear are present on the lugs and flanks, while visible plating wear can be seen along the case edges. The integrated bezel shows light scratches, matching the overall character of the watch. A signed Omega crown is fitted, displaying patina and wear on its fluting. The domed acrylic crystal shows light surface scratches.

Movement
Inside the case beats the manual-winding Omega caliber 285. The movement displays clean plates and bridges, with light marks visible on the screw heads, and features clear engravings including the serial number 16916212 alongside the Omega Swiss and 17 jewels markings. The timegrapher recorded a rate of -4-8s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap. It shows light creasing and carries a worn character that suits the patinated aesthetic of the timepiece perfectly.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear throughout, with visible scratches, edge wear, and plating loss on the gold-plated case. The dial and hands show distinct spotting, oxidation, and patina across their surfaces. The domed acrylic crystal and integrated bezel present light scratches. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly.

Dimensions
The case measures 32 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.

Remarks
This Omega delivers distinct vintage charm through its naturally aged dial and honest case wear. The strong mechanical performance of the caliber 285 ensures it remains as capable today as it was in the late 1950s, making it a wonderful addition for any enthusiast of mid-century design.

History
The SC suffix in the reference number 14714-61-SC stands for seconde centrale, indicating the presence of a center seconds hand. The watch is powered by the hand-wound caliber 285, a center-seconds variant of Omega's highly regarded 30T2 movement family. Introduced in 1958, this 17-jewel movement operates at a frequency of 18,000 vibrations per hour, representing a robust and reliable era of Omega watchmaking.

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-0037