Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic and elegant vintage dress watch, this 1979 Omega De Ville is defined by its ultra-thin profile and exceptionally clean minimalist design. The striking gold-tone dial features a beautiful vertical brushed finish, creating a refined aesthetic characteristic of late-seventies mechanical watchmaking. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 111.140 Serial Number: 43226817 Movement: Manual-wind Caliber 625 Dial: Gold-tone with vertical brushed finish and black stick hands Case Size: 32 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold Plated / Stainless Steel Back Production Year: 1979 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -7-10s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The exceptionally clean and well-preserved gold-tone dial is distinguished by a striking vertical brushed finish. All printed text and indices remain crisp and intact, with no visible spotting, staining, or damage. The time is displayed via contrasting black stick hands that are in excellent condition, showing no visible corrosion or paint loss. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case presents honest wear consistent with age, displaying visible surface scratches and handling marks. Some plating wear is visible along the case edges and near the gold-tone crown, which is signed with the Omega logo and shows minor wear to its knurling. The stainless steel caseback exhibits moderate surface scratching. The integrated bezel flows smoothly into the case geometry, while the flat acrylic crystal remains clear with no significant scratches, chips, or crazing visible. Movement Inside beats the reliable Omega Caliber 625, a 17-jewel manual-wind movement. The copper-colored plating is clean and bright, showing no visible corrosion, oxidation, or damaged screw heads, and features crisp engravings including the serial number. The timegrapher records a rate of -7-10s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a period correct gold-tone mesh bracelet secured by a generic sliding clasp with no visible Omega signature. The bracelet offers period-appropriate styling and shows normal wear with slight deformation typical of vintage mesh. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of up to 18cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, while the gold-plated case shows honest age-related wear, including surface scratches and localized plating loss on the edges and near the crown. The movement is remarkably clean and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 32 mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This Omega De Ville offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a classic mechanical dress watch with a beautifully preserved dial. The reliable Caliber 625 movement and elegant ultra-thin profile make it a highly wearable and refined addition to any collection. History The Omega De Ville line emerged in the 1960s as a sophisticated, design-focused alternative to the brand's robust Seamaster and Speedmaster collections. By the late 1970s, the De Ville had firmly established itself as Omega's premier dress watch family, characterized by slim profiles, elegant dials, and refined aesthetics. The manual-wind Caliber 625 was heavily utilized by Omega during this era to achieve these slender case designs, earning a reputation as a reliable and compact workhorse movement that perfectly suited the minimalist dress watches of the period. 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-ODX-0051