Rare Omega Automatic Chronometer – 14K Gold – Ref. G6518 – Cal. 351 Bumper A rare and highly attractive vintage Omega Automatic Chronometre, dating from approximately 1950–1951, housed in a solid 14K gold Wadsworth case made for the American market. This is the desirable reference G6518, a scarce early post-war Omega produced for the U.S. market. These watches are particularly appreciated by collectors for their distinctive American-made solid gold cases and early Omega automatic bumper movements. The inside caseback is clearly marked G6518, W286081 and 14K GOLD. The watch is powered by the impressive Omega calibre 351 automatic bumper movement, movement number 12,475,575. This chronometer-grade movement has 17 jewels and is specifically marked “Adjusted Five (5) Positions and Temperatures”, reflecting the higher level of regulation required for Omega’s chronometer watches of the period. The professionally restored silver/champagne dial is beautifully presented, with applied gold-tone Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9 and 12, elegant faceted hour markers and the distinctive multi-line “Omega Automatic Chronometre Officially Certified” signature. The crosshair-style dial design gives the watch a particularly sophisticated and unmistakably 1950s character. The solid 14K gold case remains in very good condition, retaining attractive proportions and elegant sculpted lugs. It is paired with a brown leather strap and gold-tone Omega-style buckle. Details: Brand: Omega Model: Automatic Chronometre Reference: G6518 Approx. year: 1950–1951 Movement: Omega cal. 351, automatic bumper Movement number: 12,475,575 Jewels: 17 Adjustment: 5 positions and temperatures Case: Solid 14K gold, Wadsworth Case number: W286081 Dial: Professionally restored silver/champagne dial Diameter without crown: 32,5 mm Diameter with crown: 34 mm Lug to lug: 38 mm Thickness: 11 mm Lug width: 18 mm Total weight: 35.5 g Watch comes with Omega box shown in the pictures. A very elegant and uncommon early Omega chronometer, combining a solid 14K gold case, the collectible calibre 351 bumper movement and distinctive period styling. A particularly appealing piece for collectors of early Omega chronometers and post-war American-market Omegas. Important Information for Buyers Outside the European Union If you are purchasing from outside the EU, please note that any applicable customs duties, import taxes, or related fees in your country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. In addition, return shipments are also at the buyer’s expense, including all related costs. For this reason, I kindly ask you to make your purchase thoughtfully. Thank you for your understanding. Tracked and insured shipping 40 EUR ( European Union ) 30 EUR ( Worldwide )