Omega Gold Dress Watch 1958

Large Dress Watch in Elegant Quality and 1950s Grandeur, Switzerland, 1958

Story of this watch

# Omega Dress Watch

# 14K gold and original Omega clasp

# Silver dial with central seconds hand and original arrow hands

# Beautifully preserved: triple-signed on the dial, movement, and caseback, plus original crown and original Omega crystal

# Press-in caseback with owner’s engraving from Scandinavia

# Caliber 284

# Manual winding

# 36mm (34.5mm without crown)

 # New vintage-style strap

 # 1958

 # Switzerland

 The Omega is in perfect working order and has just been serviced: (275°; +8s/d). 

The watch shows hardly any signs of wear. There are no deep scratches, dents, or similar damage, and the crystal is scratch-free.

Story of the brand

The Omega watch brand has an extraordinary company history and several remarkable features that make it one of the best-known and most respected brands in the watch industry:

#1 Pioneer of watchmaking

Omega was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, and has a long tradition of watchmaking. The brand was a pioneer in the Swiss watch industry and has achieved numerous technological innovations and breakthroughs over the years.

#2 Precision timepieces

Omega is renowned for its precision timepieces and was one of the first manufacturers to receive chronometer certification for its watches. The brand has played an important role in developing precision chronometers and establishing accuracy standards.

#3 Connection to space exploration

Omega is inextricably linked to the history of space exploration. The brand was selected by NASA as the official wristwatch for space missions and was the first watch worn on the Moon, when Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin set foot on the lunar surface in 1969.

#4 Olympic Games

Omega has been the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games for over 80 years and has a long tradition of timing sporting events. The brand has developed a number of special Olympic editions that highlight Omega’s commitment to sport and timekeeping.

#5 Broad product range

Omega offers a wide range of watch collections covering different styles, functions, and price points. From classic dress watches and sporty dive watches to elegant automatic watches, Omega has a watch to suit every taste and occasion.

#6 Innovative design and technology

Omega is known for its innovative design and technological advances. The brand has created many iconic designs, including the Seamaster, Speedmaster, and Constellation models, which are known and loved around the world.

Omega’s company history is rich in technological innovations, outstanding achievements in timekeeping, and a strong connection to significant events such as space exploration and the Olympic Games. Omega remains a respected brand known for its precision, quality, and timeless elegance, with a loyal following of watch enthusiasts and collectors around the world.