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Omega -  80 Microns Gold Plated - Calibre 266 – Manual Wind - Reference - 2712-2 - Men - 1952
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€ 700
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Omega - 80 Microns Gold Plated - Calibre 266 – Manual Wind - Reference - 2712-2 - Men - 1952

Omega – Calibre 266 – Reference 2712-2 – Manual Wind – Gold Plated 80 Microns – Men – 1952 A magnificent example of early 1950s Swiss watchmaking by Omega, featuring the renowned Calibre 266 manual-wind movement. This model, Ref. 2712-2, dates precisely to 1952, combining refined design, high craftsmanship, and mechanical precision. ⸻ Technical Details • Brand: Omega • Model: Manual Wind • Reference: 2712-2 • Movement: Omega Calibre 266, 17 jewels, Swiss Made • Serial number: 13.657.427 (production year 1952) • Case material: Gold plated (Plaqué OR Lamine 80 microns) • Case diameter: approx. 35 mm (excluding crown) • Lug width: approx. 18 mm • Caseback: Inside marked “Ω Omega Watch Co, Fab. Suisse, Swiss Made, Plaqué OR Lamine 80 Microns, PB, 2712-2” • Dial: Professionally repainted green textured “honeycomb” pattern with small seconds at 6 o’clock • Hands & Indexes: Gold-tone dauphine hands and applied Arabic numerals/markers • Crystal: Acrylic • Strap: New high-quality green leather strap with Omega-style gold-tone buckle (aftermarket) • Crown: Gold-tone replacement • Movement condition: Clean, fully functional, and keeping accurate time for a vintage watch ⸻ Condition This 1952 Omega is in excellent aesthetic and mechanical condition for its age. The case retains its sharp edges and the 80-micron gold plating exhibits a strong, uniform shine. The professionally restored dial is exceptionally elegant, featuring a vivid green honeycomb texture that enhances the watch’s vintage charm. The Cal. 266 movement is clean, precise, and performs excellently. The watch’s overall appearance is striking, with crisp lugs, mirror polish, and harmonious proportions. Only minimal, age-consistent marks are present, in line with its 70-year vintage nature. ⸻ Additional Information • Production year: 1952 • Water resistance not tested or guaranteed • As with all vintage mechanical watches, careful daily use and manual winding are recommended • Customs duties, VAT, and import-related charges are the buyer’s responsibility • Shipped securely via FedEx, UPS, or DHL Express with tracking • Pre-shipment photos and videos will be provided for transparency ⸻ Summary This Omega Ref. 2712-2 (Calibre 266) from 1952 embodies timeless elegance and the technical mastery of early post-war Omega design. The deep green honeycomb dial, complemented by its gold-plated case and small seconds subdial, gives this watch a rare and luxurious presence. A beautifully preserved collector’s piece — both an object of mechanical artistry and refined vintage style.

No. 99630590

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Omega -  80 Microns Gold Plated - Calibre 266 – Manual Wind - Reference - 2712-2 - Men - 1952

Omega - 80 Microns Gold Plated - Calibre 266 – Manual Wind - Reference - 2712-2 - Men - 1952

Omega – Calibre 266 – Reference 2712-2 – Manual Wind – Gold Plated 80 Microns – Men – 1952

A magnificent example of early 1950s Swiss watchmaking by Omega, featuring the renowned Calibre 266 manual-wind movement. This model, Ref. 2712-2, dates precisely to 1952, combining refined design, high craftsmanship, and mechanical precision.



Technical Details
• Brand: Omega
• Model: Manual Wind
• Reference: 2712-2
• Movement: Omega Calibre 266, 17 jewels, Swiss Made
• Serial number: 13.657.427 (production year 1952)
• Case material: Gold plated (Plaqué OR Lamine 80 microns)
• Case diameter: approx. 35 mm (excluding crown)
• Lug width: approx. 18 mm
• Caseback: Inside marked “Ω Omega Watch Co, Fab. Suisse, Swiss Made, Plaqué OR Lamine 80 Microns, PB, 2712-2”
• Dial: Professionally repainted green textured “honeycomb” pattern with small seconds at 6 o’clock
• Hands & Indexes: Gold-tone dauphine hands and applied Arabic numerals/markers
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Strap: New high-quality green leather strap with Omega-style gold-tone buckle (aftermarket)
• Crown: Gold-tone replacement
• Movement condition: Clean, fully functional, and keeping accurate time for a vintage watch



Condition

This 1952 Omega is in excellent aesthetic and mechanical condition for its age.
The case retains its sharp edges and the 80-micron gold plating exhibits a strong, uniform shine.
The professionally restored dial is exceptionally elegant, featuring a vivid green honeycomb texture that enhances the watch’s vintage charm.
The Cal. 266 movement is clean, precise, and performs excellently.
The watch’s overall appearance is striking, with crisp lugs, mirror polish, and harmonious proportions.
Only minimal, age-consistent marks are present, in line with its 70-year vintage nature.



Additional Information
• Production year: 1952
• Water resistance not tested or guaranteed
• As with all vintage mechanical watches, careful daily use and manual winding are recommended
• Customs duties, VAT, and import-related charges are the buyer’s responsibility
• Shipped securely via FedEx, UPS, or DHL Express with tracking
• Pre-shipment photos and videos will be provided for transparency



Summary

This Omega Ref. 2712-2 (Calibre 266) from 1952 embodies timeless elegance and the technical mastery of early post-war Omega design.
The deep green honeycomb dial, complemented by its gold-plated case and small seconds subdial, gives this watch a rare and luxurious presence.
A beautifully preserved collector’s piece — both an object of mechanical artistry and refined vintage style.

Final bid
€ 700
Pasquale Picca
Expert
Estimate  € 750 - € 850

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