Omega De Ville 511.0392 (1978)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic Omega De Ville from 1978 draws the eye with its exceptionally clean gold-tone dial featuring a subtle vertical brushed finish. The elegant minimalist design is highlighted by crisp black stick hands and indices, complemented beautifully by a distinctive crown set with a black cabochon. Powered by the reliable manual-wind caliber 625, this timepiece offers a highly sophisticated and enduring presence on the wrist. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 511.0392 Serial Number: 41945386 Movement: Manual wind, caliber 625, 17 jewels Dial: Gold-tone with vertical brushed finish and black printed text Case Size: 24 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1978 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +24+26s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The timepiece features an exceptionally clean and well-preserved gold-tone dial characterized by a subtle vertical brushed finish. Crisp black printed text and a coordinating minute track provide excellent contrast and legibility. There is no visible spotting, staining, or damage across the dial surface. The black stick hands remain in excellent condition, with their finish intact and no visible corrosion or bending, presenting a visual consistency that perfectly complements the dial. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case and integrated bezel display honest vintage wear while retaining their preserved geometry. The surfaces exhibit light surface scratches and handling marks consistent with age, alongside visible wear to the plating on the case edges and lug tips. A stainless steel caseback secures the reverse side. The watch is fitted with a distinctive gold-tone crown set with a black cabochon, which shows no visible Omega logo on the exterior. The flat crystal remains clear, presenting no significant scratches, chips, or crazing. Movement Inside the case beats the Omega caliber 625, a 17-jewel manual wind movement. The plates and bridges appear clean and well-preserved, bearing clear engravings including the caliber number and the serial 41945386. While there are noticeable scratches on the inner case edge where the caseback seats, the movement itself remains in excellent visual shape. Recording +24+26s/day on the timegrapher, it is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is paired with a complementary black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The material shows light wear and creasing from previous use but remains highly wearable and suits the elegant profile of the timepiece. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, showing no visible damage or aging. The gold-plated case displays honest handling marks and surface scratches, along with expected wear to the plating along the edges and lug tips. The movement is clean and, supported by the timegrapher results, is running strong and steady. Dimensions The case measures 24 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This De Ville offers a highly appealing minimalist aesthetic driven by its pristine vertically brushed dial and contrasting black accents. The addition of a cabochon-set crown provides a distinctive touch of elegance, making it a highly attractive and reliable vintage dress watch for any collection. History Omega introduced the De Ville reference 511.0392 to its international collection in 1972. During this era, the De Ville line was celebrated for its refined dress watch aesthetics, separating itself from the sportier Seamaster family to focus entirely on elegance and sophisticated design. Powered by the dependable manual-wind caliber 625, this standard production model represents a classic and elegant vintage Omega from the late 1970s, appreciated by enthusiasts for its timeless proportions and enduring mechanical reliability. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-DVX-0024