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Geneva, Hotel Des Bergues, Apr 24, 1999
LOT 326
Omega, 1930's. Fine and unusual, rectangular, water-resistant, stainless steel "Staybrite" gentleman's wristwatch covered with an extra protecting bezel.
CHF 1,400 - 1,800
Sold: CHF 2,381
C. three body, polished, satire, stepped bezel, mobile lugs, lentelle crystal. D. matted silver with painted Arabic numerals, auxiliary seconds dial. "Alpha" gold hands. M. 7 1/4- tonneau, rhodium plated, 15 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, selfcompensating Breguet balance-spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Dim. 23 x 38 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 4-6 |
Fair Slightly oxidized |
Movement: *4-6 |
Fair Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense Slightly oxidized |
Dial: 4-01 |
Fair HANDS Original |
Notes
This watch follows the technical principle of the
"Armure " model,
launched by Omega in 1929, though a little different. The back of
the case comprises a groove in which the watch fits, and the extra
stepped bezel comes on top of the case and crystal; that allows the
watch to be water-resistant and super-shock-absorbant, the top bezel
being a real armour for the watch.